Antimicrobial Resistance

More than 2 million infections per year are caused by antimicrobial resistant organisms in the United States alone

Without preventative actions, antimicrobial resistant infections will become the leading cause of death worldwide in 2050, outpacing death caused by all cancers

WHO - Unite to Prevent Drug Resistance. Drug resistance has made infections harder to treat. Good hygiene can help stop its spread. Handle antimicrobials with care - Antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals, antiparasitics.

 

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