European Commission releases an Action Plan Against the rising threats from Antimicrobial Resistance:Road Map. The plan introduces seven major goals to curb the threat of resistance, with recommendations for each:
- Promote appropriate use of antimicrobials
- Prevent microbial infections and their spread
- Develop new effective antimicrobials or alternatives for treatment
- Join forces with international partners to contain the risks of spreading AMR from international trade and travel and via the environment – DRIVE-AB is mentioned in this category
- Improve monitoring and surveillance
- Further research and innovation
- Strengthen communication, education and training