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As someone who studied microbiology at university, I've long been aware of the significant challenges posed by antimicrobial resistance (AMR). It's a topic that I am deeply passionate about, given its potential to undermine decades of medical advancements. I'm proud of GSK's efforts in the fight against AMR. They are advancing antibiotic research and development and advocating for the responsible use of existing antibiotics. Additionally, GSK’s work in vaccine development plays a crucial role in preventing infections, thereby reducing the reliance on antibiotics. Addressing AMR requires collective action from governments, healthcare providers, the pharmaceutical industry, and the public.

Estimates suggest bacterial antimicrobial resistance #AMR will cause 3 deaths every minute between 2025 and 2050. In the new episode of our #VaccineVoices series, Charlie Weller from Wellcome Trust discusses why AMR is a significant threat to public health.

There were more than 66,000 serious antibiotic-resistant infections in 2023. 🦠 The UK Health Security Agency’s latest report shows that cases have now surpassed pre-pandemic levels, with E. coli remaining the leading cause of resistant bloodstream infections since 2019. This World AMR Awareness Week, we must continue to combat this rising health threat and explore sustainable treatments like phage therapy. Read the full article to learn more. 🔗👇 #WorldAMRAwarenessWeek #AMR #Bacteriophage #PhageTherapy

"Over the next 25 years, someone will die every three minutes from common, preventable and formerly treatable health conditions, simply because the antibiotics we use to treat them will have stopped being effective. Unless, that is, the world steps up to respond to the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR)," writes Dame Sally Davies in an opinion piece for The Guardian, citing a new study published by Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation and partners. https://lnkd.in/grAP_vXf Want to learn more? Check out our new infographic. https://lnkd.in/gf5HHaJU

Just in time for spooky season, habits you should ghost to fight antimicrobial resistance (#AMR)! Check out these terrifying things you might do that can worsen the emergence and spread of drug-resistant germs, making infections less treatable. Learn about how interventions we already know can be leveraged to fight AMR in The Lancet series, written by experts brought together by the One Health Trust: https://lnkd.in/dyU7eASR #AntimicrobialResistance #OneHealth #SpookySeason

The Silent Pandemic – Understanding Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) 🌍 Antimicrobial Resistance: A Global Health Threat Did you know antimicrobial resistance (AMR) contributes to nearly 5 million deaths annually? This silent pandemic is making once-treatable infections life-threatening, jeopardizing decades of medical progress. What drives AMR? • Misuse and overuse of antibiotics in healthcare and agriculture. • Limited surveillance systems in many regions. • Global disparities in access to prevention and treatment. 🔑 This week, we’ll explore solutions and highlight ways we can collectively tackle AMR. What role do you think public health leaders should play in addressing AMR? Share your insights! #PublicHealth #AMR #GlobalHealth #HealthEquity

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Habits you should ghost to fight Antimicrobial Resistance

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a serious health issue that occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites evolve and no longer respond to treatments, making infections more difficult to cure. Misusing antibiotics—such as taking them for viral infections, not finishing the prescribed course, or sharing leftover doses—significantly contributes to this problem. As a pharmacist, I strive to educate the public on the proper use of antibiotics: taking them only when prescribed, completing the full course, and practicing good hygiene and infection prevention. These efforts are essential in protecting the effectiveness of antibiotics and safeguarding public health from the dangers of AMR.

Antimicrobials are a precious resource. Misuse threatens their effectiveness, leaving us vulnerable to untreatable infections. Awareness is the first step toward preserving these lifesaving medicines. Together, through education, responsible use, and innovation, we can combat AMR and protect global health.