The impacts of three types of hydrological changes on the human health risks of soil antibiotic resistance genes in Dongting Lake wetlands, China

Key Points

• Human health risks increase with changes in hydrological conditions, particularly in wetland environments.
• Antibiotic resistance genes in soil were significantly correlated with local hydrological changes and human exposure.
• Assessment of soil samples across varied hydrological conditions highlights the environmental impact on health.
• These findings emphasize the need for better management practices in wetland areas to mitigate resistance spread.