Antibiotic Resistance Genes Occurrence in Wastewaters from Selected Pharmaceutical Facilities in Nigeria
The proliferation of antibiotic-resistant bacteria (ARB) and the prevalence of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in wastewaters are well-established factors that contribute to the reduced potency of antibiotics used in healthcare worldwide. The human health risk associated with the proliferation of...
Main Authors: | Amarachukwu Obayiuwana, Abasiofiok M. Ibekwe |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2020-07-01
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Series: | Water |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/12/7/1897 |
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