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The environment plays a key role in the spread of antimicrobial resistance. Environmental factors, such as pollution and waste management, contribute to the persistence and spread of resistant organisms, influencing the broader AMR landscape.
A comprehensive One Health approach addresses the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health.
AMR occurs when microbes, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites evolve to resist the drugs designed to kill them, rendering treatments ineffective.
Australia is well-positioned in the global effort to combat AMR.
Higher temperatures, flooding and other natural disasters have implications for AMR.
Microbes are survivors, hardwired to fight back against enemies that include antibiotics.