This course introduces the global threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a rising public health crisis responsible for nearly 700,000 deaths annually—a number projected to reach 10 million by 2050. The module equips participants, especially epidemiologists and laboratory scientists, with foundational knowledge about AMR, its causes, consequences, and surveillance strategies.
Learners will explore:
-
The role and importance of antibiotics in human and animal health.
-
The mechanisms and drivers behind the emergence of resistance.
-
Global strategies and laboratory roles in containing AMR.
-
Surveillance frameworks for monitoring AMR and antimicrobial use (AMU) in both human and animal health sectors.
Structured with clear outcomes and assessments, the course lays the groundwork for more specialized learning and action against one of the most pressing health challenges of our time.
- Teacher: Dr. Temesgen Endalew
