WHO Scientific Working Group on Monitoring and Management of Bacterial Resistance to Antimicrobial Agents
1995

Addressing Antibacterial Resistance

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Author Information

Author(s): Fred C. Tenover, James M. Hughes

Primary Institution: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Conclusion

The Working Group made recommendations to improve surveillance and management of drug-resistant bacterial infections.

Supporting Evidence

  • Antibacterial resistance is a global problem that affects both developed and developing countries.
  • Physicians are facing infections with no effective therapy due to multiple drug resistance.
  • The Working Group emphasized the need for enhanced surveillance and better usage of antimicrobial drugs.

Takeaway

Bacteria that resist antibiotics are a big problem everywhere, and experts are trying to find ways to stop them from spreading.

Methodology

Participants from 23 countries reviewed data and discussed strategies to combat drug resistance.

Participant Demographics

Participants included representatives from various fields related to health and medicine from 23 countries.

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