When antibiotics stop working, every wound becomes dangerous, every infection a gamble. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a slow-moving disaster, invisible but lethal.
In my field experience, I’ve seen how easily overuse and misuse of antibiotics compound in disaster zones, where sanitation is poor and resources are limited. What begins as life-saving treatment can become life-threatening resistance.
Preparedness here means stewardship. We must use antimicrobials wisely, educate communities about proper use, and invest in infection prevention, clean water, vaccination, and hygiene. Because no disaster will overwhelm us faster than one, we can’t treat.
Call to Action: Only take antibiotics as prescribed and finish the course. Encourage others to do the same. Advocate for global investment in AMR prevention, it’s a fight we must win together.
The Antimicrobial Resistance Pandemic: Breaking the Silence
Emerging and Ebbing Threats | UCSF Magazine
Do you know that antibiotic resistance is also called a silent pandemic? – Wellspect
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