2019 saw 5 million AMR deaths, with projections at 10 million annually by 2050; UN convening leaders to address, experts recommend enhanced testing, improved sanitation, and responsible prescribing.

The article addresses the escalating global crisis of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), highlighting personal accounts from individuals in Pakistan, Nigeria, and the U.S. It reports that AMR contributed to 5 million deaths in 2019, with projections exceeding 10 million annually by 2050. The United Nations plans to convene leaders to address this issue. Experts recommend enhanced bacterial testing, improved sanitation, and responsible antimicrobial prescribing to combat the threat effectively.

September 04, 2024
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