Antimicrobial Resistance
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is an important public health issue caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites that have become resistant to the antibiotics, antivirals and antifungals used to treat common infections. As the prevalence of AMR increases, it becomes more difficult to treat common infections, reduce morbidity and mortality rates, and preserve our current arsenal of effective antibiotics. AMR presents a global threat to public health, with increasing economic and social costs. To combat this problem, healthcare professionals, researchers, government agencies and other stakeholders must take a multi-pronged approach to reduce the spread of AMR and develop new strategies to prevent, detect and treat antibiotic-resistant infections. This will involve monitoring existing and new antimicrobial agents, improving access to antibiotics, adopting stewardship practices, developing new treatments and vaccines, and improving public health education.
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