| Event type: | Ricky u3a Monthly Meetings |
| Date: | 12 November 2026 |
| Time: | 14:00 |
| Group: | Ricky u3a Monthly Meetings |
| Venue: | Our Lady's Church hall |
| Cost: | Free to all Ru3a members including tea/coffee & biscuits |
Antibiotics are life-savers and have a fascinating history dating back to the ancient Egyptians. Antibiotics are medicines that treat bacterial infections by killing bacteria or inhibiting their growth.
In 1928, Alexander Fleming accidentally discovered penicillin in his laboratory, which was mass produced during World War II, saving thousands of lives.
by Dr. Peter Altman, retired biochemist
