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Scientists Discover Artificial Sweetener That Can Combat Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria The artificial sweetener saccharin, typically used in products like sugar-free drinks and diet yogurts, has demonstrated effectiveness in eliminating multidrug-resistant bacteria, including highly dangerous pathogens. The Growing Threat of Antibiotic Resistance "Antibiotic resistance poses a significant challenge to contemporary medicine," notes Professor Ronan McCarthy, lead researcher at Brunel University's Antimicrobial Innovations Center. "Antibiotics are essential in preventing infections during procedures like tooth extractions and cancer therapies, yet their effectiveness is diminishing as resistance grows." Global Impact of AMR In 2019, Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) was directly responsible for 1.27 million deaths and associated with nearly 5 million fatalities worldwide. WHO's List of Priority Pathogens The World Health Organization (WHO) has listed drug-resista...