Antimicrobial resistance happens when bacteria and other microorganisms change after being exposed to antimicrobial drugs. Antimicrobials are among the most common antimicrobial drugs used in humans and animals. The overuse and misuse of antimicrobials is speeding up the development of resistance and putting us all at risk.
Antibiotic resistance can affect anyone, of any age, in any country. It is a threat to human health, food security and sustainable development.
But you can help reduce antibiotic resistance in two simple ways:
Stop overuse and misuse of antimicrobials
Prevent the spread of infection so fewer antimicrobials are used.
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Use Antimicrobials Responsibly
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For Your Pledge
Thank you for taking the pledge to combat resistance by preventing infections and stopping the overuse and misuse of antimicrobials! The actions you have committed to take will help keep communities safe and healthy. Tell your family and friends that you took the pledge and encourage them to do the same!
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Join the fight by pledging to use antimicrobials responsibly and create awareness about antibiotic resistance.
I IDENTIFY AS
General Public
Health Workers
Food Producers
Vets & Animal Health
Government
Every person can take a set of simple actions to support the fight against antimicrobial resistance
I PLEDGE TO TAKE ACTIONS AND
1. Stop overuse and misuse of antimicrobials by:
Seeking advice from a qualified health professional before using antimicrobials
If prescribed antimicrobials, following my health professional’s advice on how to take them
Educating my family and friends about antibiotic resistance
2. Prevent the spread of infection by:
Wash my hands regularly
Preparing food hygienically
Keeping vaccinations for me and my family up to date
Every person can take a set of simple actions to support the fight against antimicrobial resistance
* This category includes Doctors, Nurses, Dentists, Pharmacists
I PLEDGE TO TAKE ACTIONS AND
1. Stop overuse and misuse of antimicrobials by:
Prescribing and dispensing antimicrobials only when needed and according to current guidelines
Educating patients about how to take antimicrobials, and the dangers of misuse
Properly disposing of expired and unused antimicrobials
2. Prevent the spread of infection by:
Keeping my patients’ vaccinations up to date
Ensuring my hands, instruments and environment are clean
Working with others to improve infection prevention and control
Misuse of antimicrobials in livestock, poultry, aquaculture and crops is a key factor contributing to the growth of antibiotic resistance and the spread of resistant bacteria to humans through the environment and food chain.
* This category includes Livestock and Poultry Raisers, Fish and other Aquatic Animal Farmers, Crop Producers
I PLEDGE TO TAKE ACTIONS AND
1. Stop overuse and misuse of antimicrobials by:
Ensuring antimicrobials are only given to animals under veterinary supervision
Never using antimicrobials for growth promotion
Increasing awareness about the risks of overusing and misusing antimicrobials
2. Prevent the spread of infection by:
Applying good practices at all steps of food production
Keeping my animals in clean and sanitary conditions and preventing overcrowding
Vaccinating animals and isolating sick ones to prevent the spread of disease
Every person can take a set of simple actions to support the fight against antimicrobial resistance
* This category includes Veterinarians and Animal Health Professionals
I PLEDGE TO TAKE ACTIONS AND
1. Stop overuse and misuse of antimicrobials by:
Prescribing and giving antimicrobials to animals under my care and only when necessary
Making the right choice of antibiotic through accurate diagnosis
Educating animal owners about the risks of antibiotic resistance
2. Prevent the spread of infection by:
Ensuring my hands, instruments and environment are always clean
Vaccinating animals and isolating sick ones to prevent the spread of disease
Promoting good practices among farmers and other animal owners, including hygiene
Every person can take a set of simple actions to support the fight against antimicrobial resistance
* This category includes Policymakers, Heads of Ministries, Regulatory Authorities
I PLEDGE TO TAKE ACTIONS AND
1. Stop overuse and misuse of antimicrobials by:
Supporting a multi-sectoral national action plan on antimicrobial resistance
Developing and enforcing regulations to stop overuse and misuse of antimicrobials in humans and animals
Making information on how to stop overuse and misuse of antimicrobials available to citizens
2. Prevent the spread of infection by:
Developing and enforcing regulations to prevent the spread of infections through:
Monitoring hospitals’ and clinics’ compliance with infection prevention and control standards
Enforcing good agriculture and food production practices
Ensuring communities have access to safe water and sanitation
Every person can take a set of simple actions to support the fight against antimicrobial resistance
I PLEDGE TO TAKE ACTIONS AND
Use antimicrobials responsibly
Only use antimicrobials as prescribed to me by my doctor and do not share or use leftover antimicrobials
Prevent and reduce spread of infectious diseases
Wash my hands regularly
Keep vaccinations up to date
Handle food safely
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