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Before British scientist Alexander Fleming discovered antibiotics in the 1920s, bacterial
infections could be deadly. After antibiotics were developed, though, doctors were able to
treat infections and save lives. Over the years, however, antibiotics were overused. As a
result, antibiotic-resistant bacteria-also known as superbugs-have appeared. According
to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about two million people become
infected with superbugs every year. Canadian scientists may have stumbled on a
surprising tool to combat the overuse of the drugs. By mixing maple syrup extract with
antibiotics, the researchers were able to increase their effectiveness while reducing the
dose amount.
Match the problems with their solutions.
Scientists mixed maple syrup with
medication.
Antibiotics were invented.
Problem
Solution
Infections killed people.
Superbugs emerged.