Community engagement to mitigate antimicrobial resistance in low-and middle-income countries – an essential strategy for implementation of national action plans on AMR

Published on March 18, 2024

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a significant cause of mortality and morbidity, responsible for 1.27 million deaths worldwide in 2019 alone. The impact of AMR is multi-dimensional, resulting in poor health outcomes, increased healthcare expenditure, and affecting food production. The drivers of AMR are diverse and multisectoral. Inappropriate use of antimicrobials in human health, veterinary sector, and agricultural production can escalate AMR. Poor Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) and sub-optimal infection control may increase antimicrobial use, whilst improper waste disposal can spread resistance in the environment. Therefore, AMR requires a whole-of-society and one-health approach for prevention and mitigation.

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