Working together towards responsible antimicrobial use

Antimicrobial Resistance or AMR is a global threat. An estimated 700,000 people die from resistant infections every year. Antimicrobial Resistance is, perhaps, an ultimate example of the importance of the One Health concept: the idea that human health, animal health and environmental health are intimately linked. We need to use antimicrobials responsibly in all sectors to keep them working. Changes in agricultural practices are key. FAO is helping countries develop One Health National Action Plans on AMR for the responsible use of antimicrobials from farm to fork.