This technolohy has its negative side.The biotechnology exists today for some of these possibilities:
1.Binary Bioweapons
2.Designer Genes
3.Gene Therapy
4.Stealth Viruses
5.Host Swapping Diseases
6.Designer Diseases
The key: Mentioned in the article above, boosting the immune system.
How can something that is used to amplify the effects of an antibiotic be uses for the things you described. I admit I do not understand the mechanics of how this works.