Scientists want to find out more about levels of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in healthy people.
Up to 2,000 people in England will be asked to submit samples of their poo so scientists can find out more about levels of superbugs in the population.
Bacteria are not all bad - the gut contains loads, they are often there for good reason and cause no harm. Overuse of antibiotics means bacteria can survive the treatment designed to eliminate them, making serious complications, such as bloodstream infections, sepsis and prolonged hospital stays, more likely.
"Taking antibiotics when you don't need them puts you and your loved ones at risk of having an untreatable infection in future," he said.
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