CDC Releases Antibiotic Resistance Threats Report for 2019
Urgent Threats Pose Significant Public Health Risk
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have released their 2019 Antibiotic Resistance Threats Report, providing an update on the most pressing threats to public health posed by antibiotic resistance.
Concerning Threats Increase
The report highlights that the number of "concerning" threats, which can cause serious infections and are difficult to treat, has increased from 12 to 14 since the previous report in 2013.
Priority Threats
The CDC has identified three "urgent" threats that pose the greatest risk to public health. These are:
- Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE)
- Candida auris
- Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile)
Importance of Antibiotic Stewardship
The report underscores the importance of antibiotic stewardship, which involves ensuring that antibiotics are used appropriately to prevent resistance. Healthcare providers, patients, and policymakers all have a role to play in promoting responsible antibiotic use.
Conclusion: A Call to Action
CDC Director Robert Redfield, MD, emphasized that "everyone has a role to play in combating antibiotic resistance." The report serves as a reminder of the urgent need to address this public health crisis and protect our ability to effectively treat infections in the future.
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