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Bright Boafo Boamah, a Medical Doctor and Toxicologist has hinted on the intricate challenges surrounding antibiotic resistance and water pollution compelling discussion on JoyNews' Newsfile program.

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Boamah highlighted a critical point about the current ineffectiveness of many antibiotics. "Currently, most of the antibiotics are not responding because normally it's due to poor use of antibiotics or prescriptions, but it has also been shown that this heavy metal induces some antimicrobial resistance." The fact that heavy metals found in polluted water sources can further exacerbate this problem adds an urgent dimension to the ongoing discussions about environmental protection and public health.