Why are Gram-Negative Bacteria Important in Epidemiology?
Gram-negative bacteria are significant in the field of epidemiology due to their role in a wide array of infections and their increasing resistance to multiple antibiotics. This resistance complicates the treatment of infections, leading to higher morbidity and mortality rates. Some of the most notorious gram-negative pathogens include Escherichia coli, Salmonella, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
