Results: mcr-1
Published on 12/09/2015
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mcr-1 is a drug resistant gene with epidemic potential found in animals, meats and humans. Have you heard of this? Yes
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No
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It is currently confined to China but can spread worldwide. Does this concern you? Yes
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No
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408 votes
Undecided
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468 votes
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What's behind it is an antibiotic known as Colistin which is being used in livestock farming. China uses 12,000 tons annually, the US 800 tons and Europe 400 tons annually. Were you aware the US uses so much in our livestock? Yes
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No
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I have changed my diet in the past to eat grass-fed, antibiotic free meat including chicken. If you have not already done so, will you now? Yes
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No
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Undecided
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Not Applicable
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