4th Global High-Level Ministerial Conference was held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 15-16, 2024
Despite modest progress, efforts to expand access need to be vastly accelerated to reach populations in low-and middle-income countries that are routinely left behind, especially in the poorest regions
Experts called for expanding access and utilisation of diagnostic testing as part of a broader strategy to combat AMR
Webinar held during World AMR Awareness Week 2024 featured AMR focal points from Africa and Asia
Nafithromycin is 10 times more potent and provides eight times higher lung exposure than azithromycin
Earlier regulations banned the use of antibiotics only in the processing stage
A collaborative environment where regulatory standards are effective and practical is essential
The country is strengthening leadership, collaboration, coordination and AMR governance structures at national and subnational levels
Investing in biosecurity measures, community-based awareness programmes, sustainable waste management among important measures
In absence of AMR literacy among the community consumers of urban and rural India, there is an absolute dearth of demand of the AMR campaign
Antimicrobial resistance in aquatic life can escalate the crisis and have a cascading effect
India’s One Health approach to combating AMR emphasises integrated actions across healthcare, agriculture and environmental sectors
Prioritising equity, facilitating country-led NAP development, informing the development of an effective IPEA and contributing to AMR policy ecosystem are some areas to be looked into
Conducting AMR surveillance involves several limitations, all of which can impede the analysis of resistance drivers
Any future regulatory framework for introducing new antibiotics must closely align with the National Programme on AMR Containment
Fight against antimicrobial resistance in dairy farms is not solely the responsibility of livestock farmers but requires a collaborative effort across various stakeholders
Combating waterborne AMR, its impact on human health needs a comprehensive One Health approach
From policies to grassroots, efforts have to be aligned to tackle AMR in every sector
Doctors need to avoid injudicious and wanton use of antibiotics to minimise the threat posed by AMR
Equitable, timely access to effective antimicrobials as well as stricter regulations for over-the-counter antibiotics are needed
These organisations help monitor AMR trends, support guideline adherence and advocate for policies to enhance infection prevention
Kerala has launched a unique health initiative to ensure that antibiotic medications aren’t abused at its health centres
Impact of existing vaccines on AMR should be monitored and inform regulatory and policy frameworks
Focus on disease prevention and innovation are reshaping the way we produce safe and affordable chicken and eggs
There must be stricter regulation of veterinary medicines
AMR is a natural process that happens over time through genetic changes in pathogens
The growing issue of antimicrobial resistance is a classic example where unsustainable practices are leading to a human-induced disasters
Guleria, a renowned pulmonologist and chairman, Institute of Internal Medicine & Respiratory and Sleep Medicine at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram, explains how to tackle AMR
Alcohol, agriculture and antibiotics play a role in the antimicrobial resistance crisis