A super representation of a superbug, this plush key ring includes a swing tag with some fascinating facts. Staphylococcus aureus is a very common bacteria often found growing harmlessly on the skin. Although originally responsive to penicillin, strains soon emerged that were resistant to the antibiotic. When a derivative of penicillin called methicillin was developed to combat these strains, methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) materialized. And the antibiotic resistance of MRSA-strains continues to improve: some strains of this “superbug” are now resistant to virtually all known treatments. Size: 7cm x 4.5cm x 4.5cm approx without clip. Giantmicrobes are based on actual microbes, cells, organisms and other critters, only 1,000,000 times actual size! Plush from all new materials. Stuffed with polyester fibre fill. Surface washable: sponge with water & soap, air dry. Age 3 years+
