To engage with senior experts from quadripartite organisations that have united to address one of the top threats to global health security — antimicrobial resistance — media representatives are invited to attend the 2nd Annual Global Media Forum in advance of World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) 2022. (AMR). More information & Sign Up!
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Source: https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/podcast/superbugs-a-growing-health-threat/
Antimicrobial resistance is a growing threat to public health in Sub-Saharan Africa. Bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites can change their make-up and become resistant to the drugs that are used to treat them, such as antibiotics. One major challenge the continent faces is the lack of data to provide insight into the extent of the problem.
The episode elaborates on the implications of drug resistance for Africa’s health systems.
You can listen to the podcast on this link: https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/podcast/superbugs-a-growing-health-threat/
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