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What is antimicrobial resistance and how big a problem is it?

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Bacteria resistant to antibiotics led to 1.27 million deaths in 2019. The answer is a ‘one health’ approach across all species, experts say

Illustration of an antibiotic-resistant bacteria on the colon epithelium. The antibiotic-resistant bacteria will go on to transfer its antibiotic resistance genes horizontally to the bacteria surrounding it.Illustration of an antibiotic-resistant bacteria on the colon epithelium. The antibiotic-resistant bacteria will go on to transfer its antibiotic resistance genes horizontally to the bacteria surrounding it.

Experts say it is vital that we get a grip on it, with action needed across sectors from health to agriculture. Under traditional drug-pricing mechanisms, pharmaceutical companies are guaranteed little return on investment.

 

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