World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week: Promoting awareness of antimicrobial resistance
Lao Government raises World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week nationwide with UN agencies
Students at Chea Sim University of Kamchaymear
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24/11/2023
WAAW is a global event held annually from 18-24 November. It is aimed at raising awareness of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and its related threats and promoting prudent use of antimicrobials. Cambodia has celebrated the WAAW for three consecutive years since 2021 to help increase awareness and understanding of AMR among general public in the country.