The environment is usually an under looked factor in discussions on Antimicrobial Resistance. This article examines why it is worthwhile to pay attention to the key role that the environment has in Antimicrobial Resistance.
One Health and Development Initiative (OHDI) Articles.
WHAT ARE ANTIMICROBIALS? Antimicrobials are medicines used to prevent and treat infections in humans, animals, and plants. They work by inhibiting or killing germs (pathogens) which are microorganisms and parasites that cause infections. These germs include bacteria, fungi, viruses, protozoans, …
To celebrate and contribute to the World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week (WAAW) 2021, OHDI will be organizing a panel discussion which will be hosted on the AMR Relay platform on November 24, 2021, at 2:15 PM (WAT). The panel consists …
Written by Kess Rowe In just over a year, SARS-CoV-2 has contributed to nearly three million deaths globally, and potentially even more indirectly through secondary infections, canceled hospital appointments, and lower economic investment in current health programs. Undoubtedly, the pandemic …
We are happy to announce that our Research Survey on AMR is now live! Click here to fill the Survey _______________________________ Project AMR seeks to evaluate and promote action on AMR through evidenced-based research and engagement of One Health stakeholders. …