Healthy Animals

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR)

AMR develops when bacteria, fungi or viruses are exposed to antibiotics, antifungals or antivirals. As a result, the antimicrobials become ineffective and infections in animals and humans may persist. In addition, medical interventions including surgery, chemotherapy and stem cell therapy may become impossible.
AMR is considered the biggest global threat of Health and Food Safety.

AMR Insights

For professionals in animal husbandry who wish to prevent Antimicrobial resistance, AMR Insights offers selected, global information and data, specific education and extensive networking and partnering opportunities.

AMR Insights is for:

  • Livestock breeders and animal caretakers
  • Veterinarians for production animals
  • Veterinarians for companion animals
  • Lab technicians in contract analysis laboratories
  • Veterinary regulatory authorities staff

Latest Topics

  •   14 March 2024

    Accessing the behavior and awareness of veterinary professionals towards antimicrobials use and antimicrobial resistance in Indian district

    The study reveals that veterinary professionals in Rajasthan, India, are not fully aware of Antimicrobial Use (AMU) and AMR. The research found that 53.8% of veterinarians and 25.8% of para-veterinarians fail to inform farmers about antibiotic withdrawal periods, engage less in evidence-based prescription, and provide less advice on Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (ABST). Both groups prefer […]

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  •   14 March 2024

    Growing resistance to antimicrobials in dairy cows in the US

    A study of over 5,100 Salmonella bacteria from dairy cattle samples in northeastern US states over the past 15 years has revealed a significant increase in resistance to certain antimicrobials. The study also found that two serotypes, Dublin and Montevideo, significantly increased over time. Dublin, a serotype that tends to be resistant to multiple antimicrobials, […]

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  •   13 March 2024

    Examining antibiotic use in Kenya: farmers’ knowledge and practices in addressing antibiotic resistance

    A study conducted in Kenya found that 80% of households use antibiotics in their livestock, with 58% administering them themselves. Most farmers buy antibiotics without a prescription, and they use them for both therapeutic and non-therapeutic purposes. The withdrawal periods reported by farmers are shorter than the officially recommended ones. Despite the risky practices, 76% […]

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