Superbugs are among the most dangerous organisms in the world. Superbugs refer to pathogens, such as bacteria or fungi, that are resistant to most, if not all, antimicrobial treatments. If a room, vehicle, or other area has been exposed to a superbug, neutralizing the threat is essential.

 

In a worst-case scenario, these antimicrobial resistant (AMR) bugs can be all invincible, at least as far as medical treatment is concerned. Fortunately, superbugs can be killed off with the proper cleaning.

 

If you, a loved one, or an employee are exposed to a superbug, lives could be at risk.  Due to their antimicrobial resistance, doctors often have limited options when it comes to treatment.

 

It’s possible to sterilize and clean infected areas. Cleaning agents are able to kill even the toughest superbugs. This is important because superbugs infect roughly 2 million people per year and kill over 23,000 in the USA alone.

 

Why Do Superbugs Exist?

 

Antimicrobial agents, including antibiotics, have dramatically lowered casualty rates for a huge number of diseases. Bacterial and fungal infections that were once all but a death sentence are now treatable.

 

Microorganisms, however, continue to evolve at a rapid rate. Some bacteria and fungi are developing immunities to modern-day antibiotics. When penicillin was first discovered back in 1928, few strains of bacteria could resist it. After penicillin, a couple other common and highly effective antibiotics were discovered and proved capable of killing many different forms of bacteria.

 

For a time, it seemed like bacteria stood little chance. Even with a relatively small number of available antibiotics, doctors were able to treat a huge range of bacterial diseases. Unfortunately,  many bacteria are beginning to develop resistance.

 

Steri-Clean Can Sterilize and Cleanup Superbugs
and Pathogens

 

These days 70 percent of bacteria found in hospitals are resistant to at least one of the common antibiotics. Within the course of just a few decades, some strains of bacteria have developed resistance to modern drugs.

 

These so-called superbugs pose a major threat to healthcare workers, patients, families, and everyone else. Unfortunately, bacteria and fungus are most likely going to become more resistant in the future.

 

While new antimicrobial agents may be discovered, experts are warning that pathogens will evolve more quickly than we can effectively develop treatments for. Often, preventative measures are the best recourse for superbugs, and that means effective superbug and pathogen cleaning and sterilization.

 

It’s particularly important to pay attention to surfaces where bacteria and other pathogens may reside.

 

Understanding Fomites and How They Spread Diseases

 

Did you know the average person touches their face 2,000 to 3,000 times per day? That might seem like a lot but we subconsciously rub our cheeks,  comb our hair, wipe our eyes, and touch our face in numerous other ways throughout the course of a day.

 

Meanwhile, as we cough, sneeze, and even breath, we can emit pathogens.  When we touch surfaces, such as doorknobs, handrails, coins, or anything else, we risk depositing these pathogens. Surfaces that can transfer diseases are referred to as fomites.

 

When the next person comes along and touches a contaminated fomite, they could contract a disease. This is especially true if they touch their face (which they inevitably will do).  That’s why Steri-Clean pays close attention to potential fomites and will sterilize any surface likely to transmit diseases. If even a single surface is missed, the pathogen could quickly spread.

 

Common Superbugs:

 

Let’s take a quick look at a few of the most common superbugs found in Georgia and their symptoms.

 

Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)

MRSA is one of the most well-known superbugs, and it’s also among the most dangerous. MRSA is a bacterium that can cause infections in various parts of the body. The symptoms and severity of MRSA infections are highly dependent on the area infected.

 

MRSA skin infections, for example, are often mild with the patient suffering only boils and rashes. However, if the bacterium gets into the bloodstream, lungs, urine tract, or wounds, the infection could become much more serious.

 

In the USA alone, there were an estimated 120,00 MRSA infections resulting in 20,00 associated deaths in 2017.

 

C-Diff (Clostridium Difficile)

Clostridium difficile is often referred to simply as “C. diff” and is another common bacterium that frequently develops resistance to antibiotics. C. Diff’s symptoms can vary wildly. A patient might simply suffer a mild case of diarrhea, or could experience life-threatening inflammation of the colon.

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Roughly a half million Americans experience symptoms from a C. diff infection per year. And between 15,000 to 20,000 will die from the disease.

 

Steri-Clean Can Defeat Superbugs

 

Superbugs are tough but we’re tougher. If you believe that a room, vehicle, or other area has been exposed to a superbug, call Steri-Clean immediately. We can provide emergency services 24 hours a day. Time is of the essence, so contact us before someone contracts a serious illness.

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Our toll-free 24 hour telephone number is 1-888-577-7206

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