The Health Impact of Antimicrobial Resistance and Self-Prescribing Antibiotics
Saturday, 16 November 2024, 19:15
Antimicrobial Resistance: A Growing Threat
A recent survey in Mumbai has shed light on the widespread issue of self-prescribing antibiotics. Almost six out of ten patients report using antibiotics without consulting healthcare professionals.
Consequences of Antibiotic Misuse
- Drug-Resistant Infections: Inappropriate antibiotic use increases the chances of bacteria, such as E. coli, developing resistance.
- Health Impact: Superbugs could potentially lead to millions of deaths if not addressed, with an alarming study predicting nearly 40 million fatalities globally due to antimicrobial resistance.
- Reports from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation indicate that approximately 3 lakh deaths occurred in India in 2019 due to AMR.
Antibiotic Awareness and Prevention
Raising awareness about the dangers of antibiotic misuse and promoting proper treatment protocols is essential for combatting the rise of superbugs.
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