Panel data analysis of the effect of ambient temperature on antimicrobial resistance in China

  30 May 2025

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global concern, with carbapenem-resistant gram-negative (CRGN) being the most urgent. Climate change has been linked to AMR, but evidence is insufficient. A study from the Chinese Antibiotic Resistance Surveillance System found that CRKP and CRAB increased with 1˚C ambient temperature increase. Factors such as health facilities, hospital beds per capita, and PM2.5 also influenced AMR. These findings offer valuable insights for combating AMR.

Further reading: Nature Scientific Reports
Author(s): Ruxin Kou et al
Clean Environment  
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