What is Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) and its Connection to Strains?
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when strains of pathogens develop the ability to withstand the effects of medications that previously could treat them. This is a significant public health challenge as it can lead to the failure of standard treatments and increase the risk of severe illness and death. Monitoring the prevalence of resistant strains helps in guiding the use of antimicrobials and in developing new therapeutic strategies.
