Experts Warn of Superbugs Potentially Surpassing COVID-19 Impact

Former UK Chief Medical Officer Dame Sally Davies stresses the critical need to address antimicrobial resistance to prevent a global health crisis.

Experts warn that antibiotic-resistant superbugs could surpass the impact of COVID-19.
Former UK Chief Medical Officer Dame Sally Davies highlights the urgency of tackling antimicrobial resistance.
Superbugs currently cause over a million deaths annually and complicate treatments for various medical conditions.
The overuse of antibiotics in humans and animals accelerates the development of drug-resistant infections.
Global efforts are underway to incentivize the development of new antibiotics and improve drug usage policies.