Most Countries Are Unprepared for Superbugs, Report Says
Alexandra Sifferlin
Time.com
April 29, 2015
Only 34 countries have a comprehensive plan
Only 34 countries have plans in place to tackle antibiotic resistance and prevent superbug infections, according to a report.
The report, released on Wednesday by the World Health Organization (WHO), surveyed 133 countries about their level of preparedness for the growing global issue of antibiotic resistance. Only a quarter of countries that responded to the study said they have comprehensive plans.
“Scientists, medical practitioners and other authorities including WHO have been sounding the warning of the potentially catastrophic impact of ignoring antibiotic resistance,” said Dr. Keiji Fukuda, WHO’s assistant director-general for health security in a statement. “Today, we welcome what has been achieved so far, but much more needs to be done to avoid losing the ability to practice medicine and treat both common and serious illnesses.”
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