Antibiotic therapy through short-term or repeated long-term prescriptions can have several
damaging effects on the normal microbiota of the gastrointestinal tract. Changes in …

Introduction Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a concern as this increases morbidity,
mortality, and costs, with sub-Saharan Africa having the highest rates globally. Concerns …

The incidence of infections caused by bacteria that are resistant to antibiotics is constantly
increasing. In Europe alone, it has been estimated that each year about 33′ 000 deaths are …

There are serious concerns with rising antimicrobial resistance (AMR) across countries
increasing morbidity, mortality and costs. These concerns have resulted in a plethora of …

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) remains an important global public health issue with
antimicrobial misuse and overuse being one of the main drivers. The Global Point …

Standardized monitoring of antibiotic use underpins the effective implementation of
antimicrobial stewardship interventions in combatting antimicrobial resistance (AMR). To …

Background Global antibiotic use has been increasing for decades. The gut microbiome, a
key contributor to health, can be altered by antibiotics, which have been associated with …

Abstract Background The Global Point Prevalence Survey of Antimicrobial Consumption and
Resistance (Global-PPS) provides a methodology to support hospitals worldwide in …

Introduction: There are increasing concerns with growing rates of antimicrobial resistance
(AMR) across Africa, including in Zambia, enhanced by inappropriate utilization of antibiotics …

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an increasing global concern, increasing costs, morbidity,
and mortality. National action plans (NAPs) to minimize AMR are one of several global and …