Situational analysis of antimicrobial resistance, laboratory capacities, surveillance systems and containment activities in Ethiopia: A new and one health approach.

ABSTRACT: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has become a health, environmental, and economic threat around the globe. It is rising in Ethiopia. This analysis was designed to determine the current status of AMR on major bacterial pathogens, laboratory capacities, surveillance systems, and containment activities in the country. Data were collected from published literature and then supplemented by interviews with ten experts from key stakeholders. Data collections were guided by the AMR Situational Analysis Tool developed by Food Safety Officers at the Food Systems and Food Safety Division of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Published articles indicated the presence of gaps in knowledge, attitude, and practices by health professionals, students, and the community. AMR rates am

SUBMITTER: Beyene AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10288039 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature