Report cites progress, but says leading economies need to do more to fight antimicrobial resistance

Published on February 19, 2024

Gains against antimicrobial resistance threats have been made by 11 high-income countries, per the new AMR Preparedness Index Progress Report—including increased surveillance and antibiotic stewardship efforts; but more must be done to address the “looming public health crisis.”

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