How do Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Affect Mortality?
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing concern in the fight against infectious diseases. AMR occurs when microorganisms evolve to resist the effects of medications, making standard treatments ineffective. This can lead to prolonged illnesses, higher medical costs, and increased mortality. Diseases like drug-resistant tuberculosis and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) are examples where AMR has led to increased mortality rates.
