is the ability of microbes (i.e. bacteria, viruses, fungi) to counteract the effectiveness of antimicrobial drugs (i.e. antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals) against them. Even when used appropriately, antimicrobials can create a selective pressure for resistant microorganisms.
The development of resistance is accelerated by the misuse and overuse of antimicrobials in human, animal and plant health, along with the pollution of the environment with antimicrobials and antimicrobial resistance genes.
Deaths annually due to AMR, based on incomplete statistics.
Estimated deaths per year due to AMR by 2050.
will be lost in economic output by 2050.
of all antibiotics are used in animal husbandry
AMR is one of the greatest challenges to global health in our lifetime. This issue will change how we treat even common infections and have implications for the foods we consume every day. The longer we remain inactive, the more this problem compounds.
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