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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a profound threat to human health, undermining the efficacy of antibiotics that have been the cornerstone of modern medicine.
As bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites evolve to resist the effects of medications, common infections become harder to treat, leading to longer illnesses, higher medical costs, and increased mortality.
Pooling resources with regional neighbours could help manage supply of essential medicines.
AMR is putting our healthcare system under huge financial strain.
Australia is well-positioned in the global effort to combat AMR.
Understanding and linking data between animals, humans and the ecosystem.
Microbes are survivors, hardwired to fight back against enemies that include antibiotics.
A comprehensive One Health approach addresses the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health.