This paper reviews current knowledge on sources, spread and removal mechanisms of
antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in microbial communities of wastewaters, treatment …

The reuse of treated sewage for irrigation is considered as an important alternative water
source in the new water management strategy of the countries that face a severe deficiency …

At present, very little is known about the fate and persistence of multiresistant bacteria (MRB)
and their resistance genes in natural aquatic environments. Treated, but partly also …

The outbreak of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic led to increased use of disinfectants and
antiseptics (DAs), resulting in higher concentrations of these compounds in wastewaters …

The exposure of both crop fields and humans to antibiotic-resistant bacteria in animal
excreta is an emergent concern of the One Health initiative. This study assessed the …

Sewage sludge in the wastewater treatment plants contains considerable amount of
antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs). A few studies have reported that anaerobic digestion …

The discharge of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) into the aquatic environment from
wastewater effluents is a concern in many countries. Although many studies have been …

The increased loads of antibiotics and heavy metals in sewage lead to bacterial cells
acquiring resistance to both heavy metals and antibiotics. Therefore, these bacteria can play …

Background Yamuna, a major tributary of Ganga, which flows through the national capital
region of Delhi, is among the major polluted rivers in India. The accumulation of various …

Antimicrobial agents are a critical component of modern healthcare systems, fulfilling a core
function in patient care and improving individual patient outcomes and consequently overall …