Antimicrobial Resistance

Experts have raised alarms over the growing threat of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), warning that it could lead to untreatable infections and a public health crisis if urgent action is not taken. This caution was given by the Director,…

A non-governmental organization (NGO), Art for Health Naija has called on governments at all levels to invest more in creating awareness about Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). READ ALSO:Nigerian Government Launches Action Plan…

In line with the commitment to enhancing Nigeria's preparedness and response to epidemic-prone diseases and public health challenges, the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, with the Nigeria Center for Disease Control NCDC has…

A Clinical Microbiologist at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Ebute Metta, Lagos, Dr Kemi Tuta, has charged health workers on Antimicrobial stewardship through appropriate prescription of antibiotics drugs to patients. READ…

The Nigerian government has listed steps to be taken to deal with the health challenges posed by antimicrobial resistance, which causes about 1.27 million deaths and is associated with additional 3.7 million deaths globally. READ…

Pfizer has announced that Antimicrobial Resistance is one of the biggest threats to global health. The agency stated this during a virtual media roundtable organised to create awareness about Antimicrobial Stewardship. Also, in a…