Multidrug Resistance

Multidrug resistance (MDR) is a phenomenon whereby microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungi, develop resistance to multiple drugs used to treat infectious diseases. This is a significant problem in modern medicine as it can cause treatment failures and the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, which can lead to serious health complications including death. MDR is a growing problem and has a major impact on global healthcare. Antimicrobial resistance can occur naturally and can be accelerated by inappropriate drug use, such as overuse and misuse of antibiotics. As a result, MDR is a major public health concern and strategies such as appropriate antibiotic prescribing, virus vaccinations, handwashing and good hygiene are needed to limit its spread.