Sayan Bhattacharyya Associate Professor, Department of Microbiology, All India Institute of Hygiene and Public Health, Kolkata, West Bengal 700098, India
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RFP Indian Journal of Hospital Infection
2(1):p 37-40, January-June 2025. | DOI: NA
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Timeline
Received : January 09, 2025
Accepted : March 16, 2025
Published : June 21, 2025
Abstract
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a real problem across the world. In fact, it is fast emerging as a pandemic. Bacteria acquire resistance antibiotics by many mechanisms. However, AMR also exists in parasites and fungi. Strategic plans and concerted efforts are needed to counter the exceedingly high burden of AMR.
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Data Sharing Statement
There are no additional data available. All raw data and code are available upon request.
Funding
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Author Contributions
All authors contributed significantly to the work and approve its publication.
Ethics Declaration
This article does not involve any human or animal subjects, and therefore does not require ethics approval.
Acknowledgements
We would like to express our gratitude to the patients, their families, and all those who have contributed to this study.
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