How clean water and sanitation can reduce antibiotic use

Cleaner water can greatly reduce antibiotic use for diarrhea

47–72%

Better water, toilets, sewage systems, and hygiene could reduce the number of diarrhea cases treated with antibiotics by an estimated 47–72%. Using fewer antibiotics gives resistant bacteria fewer chances to be favored and spread.

Germany reunited without creating a new state

In 1990, East Germany’s five re-created states joined the existing Federal Republic, the state that had been West Germany. That same state continued with its political culture, Western alignment, and international memberships.

Rome raised taxes after losing African revenue

When Vandals captured Carthage, the Western Roman Empire lost African tax income equal to the cost of nearly 40,000 foot soldiers or more than 20,000 horsemen. The regime raised taxes even though peasants could pay no more, while protecting displaced landowners and letting wealthy people avoid taxes.

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How clean water and sanitation can reduce antibiotic use

Cleaner water can greatly reduce antibiotic use for diarrhea

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