[HTML][HTML] Antimicrobial resistance: impacts, challenges, and future prospects

SK Ahmed, S Hussein, K Qurbani, RH Ibrahim… - Journal of Medicine …, 2024 - Elsevier
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a critical global health issue driven by antibiotic misuse
and overuse in various sectors, leading to the emergence of resistant microorganisms. The …

Findings from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021

CJL Murray - The Lancet, 2024 - thelancet.com
In The Lancet, we have published the findings of the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries,
and Risk Factors Study (GBD) 2021 in a series of six Articles. 1–6 GBD began in 1991 and …

Hospital prescribing patterns of antibiotics in Zambia using the WHO prescribing indicators post-COVID-19 pandemic: findings and implications

S Mudenda, R Chilimboyi, SK Matafwali… - JAC-Antimicrobial …, 2024 - academic.oup.com
Background Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global public health problem that is fuelled
by the inappropriate prescribing of antibiotics, especially those from the 'watch'and …

The epidemiology, transmission, diagnosis, and management of drug-resistant tuberculosis—lessons from the South African experience

K Naidoo, R Perumal, H Cox, B Mathema… - The Lancet Infectious …, 2024 - thelancet.com
Drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB) threatens to derail tuberculosis control efforts,
particularly in Africa where the disease remains out of control. The dogma that DR-TB …

Knowledge, awareness and practices of healthcare workers regarding antimicrobial use, resistance and stewardship in Zambia: a multi-facility cross-sectional study

S Mudenda, B Chabalenge, V Daka… - JAC-Antimicrobial …, 2024 - academic.oup.com
Background Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a threat to public health globally. Despite
its consequences, there is little information about the knowledge, awareness, and practices …

[HTML][HTML] Isolation and Characterization of Environmental Extended Spectrum β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae from …

AB Kagambèga, R Dembélé, O Traoré, AA Wane… - Pharmaceuticals, 2024 - mdpi.com
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global public health threat. Quality data are needed to
address the rise of multidrug-resistant clones, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. In this …

[HTML][HTML] Antimicrobial Resistance and Sports: The Scope of the Problem, Implications for Athletes' Health and Avenues for Collaborative Public Health Action

O Ožegić, B Bedenić, SL Sternak, M Sviben, J Talapko… - Antibiotics, 2024 - mdpi.com
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a global threat, leading to increased mortality and
necessitating urgent action—however, its impact on athletes and the world of sports has …

[HTML][HTML] Comprehensive Bio-Screening of Phytochemistry and Biological Capacity of Oregano (Origanum vulgare) and Salvia triloba Extracts against Oral …

M Antoniadou, G Rozos, N Vaou, K Zaralis, C Ersanli… - Biomolecules, 2024 - mdpi.com
This study utilized phytochemical screening to conduct the qualitative analysis of plant
extracts, aiming to identify various classes of secondary metabolites. Moreover, the …

[HTML][HTML] Assessment of Challenges and Opportunities in Antibiotic Stewardship Program Implementation in Northwest Ethiopia

AA Abejew, GY Wubetu, TG Fenta - Heliyon, 2024 - cell.com
Background Indiscriminate use of antibiotics leads to antibiotic resistance (AMR) and results
in mortality, morbidity, and financial burden. Antibiotic stewardship programs (ASPs) with …

[HTML][HTML] Hospital Wastes as Potential Sources for Multi-Drug-Resistant ESBL-Producing Bacteria at a Tertiary Hospital in Ethiopia

M Gashaw, EK Gudina, W Tadesse, G Froeschl, S Ali… - Antibiotics, 2024 - mdpi.com
The hospital environment is increasingly becoming an important reservoir for multi-drug-
resistant (MDR) Gram-negative bacteria, posing serious challenges to efforts to combat …