Background and Goals of AMR in Livestock
This review article discusses the global prevalence of AMR in livestock, emphasizing its implications for animal health and public safety. The goal was to synthesize current knowledge on AMR patterns and propose strategies for its control.
Materials and Methods
The authors conducted a comprehensive literature review, analyzing studies from various regions to assess the prevalence of AMR in different livestock species. Data on antibiotic usage, resistance patterns, and control measures were collated and analyzed.
Results of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in Livestock
The review Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in Livestock found widespread AMR in livestock, with resistance to commonly used antibiotics such as tetracycline, penicillin, and cephalosporins. The overuse and misuse of antibiotics in animal husbandry were identified as major contributing factors.
Conclusion
The study underscores the urgent need for global initiatives to regulate antibiotic use in livestock, promote alternative management practices, and enhance surveillance systems to combat AMR effectively.
Keywords
Antimicrobial Resistance, Livestock, Global Perspective, Antibiotic Stewardship, Public Health
References
- World Health Organization. (2021). Antimicrobial resistance in livestock: A global perspective. Antimicrobial Resistance Review. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/antimicrobial-resistance
Copyright
This case study is adapted from the article “Antimicrobial resistance in livestock: A global perspective” published by the World Health Organization (2021). The original work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/), permitting unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author(s) and source are credited.
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