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Explore our ‘Explainer’ articles, where we break down the complexities of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). Whether you’re new to the topic or looking to deepen your knowledge, our explainer pieces provide clear, concise insights into the causes, impacts, and solutions related to AMR.
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Australia Versus AMR: The Australian CDC’s Commitment and Action
At the Australian Centre for Disease Control (CDC), we recognise that AMR is a complex, multi-sectoral challenge that stretches far beyond human health.
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Memes meet microbes: spreading awareness about antimicrobial resistance
We’re using the power of memes to raise awareness about the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and its impact on global health.
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The rise of antifungal resistance
Stakeholders must decide how to balance food security with antifungal drug development for humans.
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The rise of untreatable superbugs in sexually transmitted infections
Sexual health provides the perfect storm for the rise in antimicrobial resistance.
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AMR-related risks and opportunities for investors
Investors with US$13.9 trillion in assets signed a statement urging policymakers to act on critical requests to tackle AMR.
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How do bacteria actually become resistant to antibiotics?
Contrary to a common belief, antibiotic resistance is not about your body becoming resistant to antibiotics.
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What is a One Health approach to antimicrobial resistance?
A comprehensive One Health approach addresses the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health.
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Explainer: What is Antimicrobial Resistance? (AMR)
AMR occurs when microbes, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites evolve to resist the drugs designed to kill them, rendering treatments ineffective.
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How vaccines can help mitigate AMR
Next-gen vaccines targeting bacterial infections will take the pressure off antibiotics.
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AI a potential game-changer for antibiotic drug development
AI Machine Learning could potentially unblock the antimicrobial drug development pipeline.