STRENGTHENING FIGHT AGAINST GLOBAL CRISIS-AMR. EXPERTS VIEW AT EUROASIA 2024.ANTI MICROBIAL RESISTANCE (AMR) IS A CRITICAL GLOBAL PROBLEM AFFECTING HUMANS

EuroAsia 2024,witnessed participation from leading critical care specialists,experts who shared their concern over Anti Microbial resistance (AMR) & its increasing prevalence .Data suggests that 1.2 million deaths in India are due to anti microbial resistance (AMR),with an estimated  upto 10 million deaths annually by 2050.To effectively address AMR, adoption of a multi faceted approach is crucial.This includes implementation of surveilance & tracking systems,antibiotic stewardship,and infection prevention & control measures.

Addressing the media,Dr.Bharat Jagiasi,General Secretary,ISCCM, said," The resistance to antibiotics is leading to longer hospital stays,longer treament & mortality.There is a need to aggressively strengthen the fight against AMR & adopt One Health Stewardship practices to tackle the global AMR Challenge.Antibiotic resistance has accelerated the spread of resistant bacteria known as "Superbugs" which will put an immense strain on health systems and countries economy,which can result in increased hospitalization & deaths'. 

Dr.Pradeep Bhattacharya,President, Research Committee,ISCCM said," The medical fraternity must exercise caution in prescribing antibiotics to avoid unncessary risks and should adopt a judicious approach through stewardship programs.Excessive and inappropriate use of antibiotics is a key factor fueling the emergence of resistant bacteria,complicating the treatment of common infections and heightening the likelihood of severe outcomes & death.Apart from this,limited awareness among general public & patients about AMR hinder effective prevention measures". 

Dr.Srinivas Samavedam, President Elect,ISCCM said," The patient needs 36 to 48 hours for any antibiotic to be effective,a little trust is required from the patients. However,the patients take a 2nd opinion and change dosage.Pharmacies are also required to adhere to the norms & putting a red strip on  a medicine means that it should be sold with a prescription."