Bangladesh's Antibiotic Resistance in Communities & Hospitals (ARCH) site, with CDC & icddr,b support, is using new equipment to detect #AntimicrobialResistance faster & more accurately. This promotes correct & timely diagnostics for patients. bit.ly/3Uzx2Iq

Have #FOMO when it comes to staying up to date on #AntimicrobialResistance (AR)? Sign up for @CDCGov’s AR newsletter: bit.ly/ARlistserv

People who are pregnant or post-partum are at higher risk for sepsis. #Antibiotics are critical tools for treating infections that can lead to #sepsis . As #AntimicrobialResistance spreads, infections are becoming more difficult to treat. Protect yourself: bit.ly/4b96JQL

Why care about #AntimicrobialResistance (AR)? AR can affect any person at any stage of life & can jeopardize advancements such as joint replacements, organ transplants & cancer therapy. Good news: You can protect yourself & your family: bit.ly/4587ean

Happy Birthday, #Minnesota ! @CDCGov remains committed to protecting the public against #AntimicrobialResistance (AR). Learn more about CDC-funded AR efforts in Minnesota: bit.ly/3JPP2tj

Hanging out outside? Wash your hands with soap & water or use hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol when you come inside. This can slow development of #AntimicrobialResistance & help keep everyone healthy. Explore other ways to protect yourself: bit.ly/4587ean

#AntimicrobialResistance is an urgent global health threat. Meet some people whose lives have been impacted by it. Explore the #GlobalAMRDiary – a The Partnership to Fight Infectious Disease (PFID) initiative that brings together stories from patients, HCPs & others: bit.ly/3QCvc8O

#DYK #AntimicrobialResistance (AR) can affect pets’ health, too? Antimicrobial-resistant germs can spread between people, animals & the environment. But you can take steps to keep yourself & your pets healthy & fight AR. Look up ways now: bit.ly/3RMhDoq #NationalPetWeek

This is what can happen when antimicrobials stop working:
🔹 limited treatment options
🔹 extended hospital stays
🔹 constant medication
🔹 prolonged loss of income
🔹 medical debt
🔹 poverty
🔹 family loss
🔹 grief

The burden of #AntimicrobialResistance keeps adding up ⬇️

Happy #SchoolNurses Day! We want to thank these unsung heroes for the role they play in fighting #AntimicrobialResistance by helping stop the spread of germs & helping students protect themselves. Find out how we can all combat AR: bit.ly/3LvFnJz

During #NationalHospitalWeek , help us recognize all the hospitals & healthcare workers who protect our communities, keep patients safe, & combat #AntimicrobialResistance (AR). Find out more about actions healthcare providers can take to fight AR: bit.ly/4bYKu0z

Thank you to all #nurses for protecting patients. Every day, you can help fight infections & #AntimicrobialResistance by recognizing infection risk & taking action to stop the spread of germs. Discover infection risks in health care: bit.ly/3wdVmrd #NationalNursesWeek

Sunday is World #HandHygiene Day. Remember that keeping hands clean is one way to help combat #AntimicrobialResistance . Explore other ways to protect yourself & your family: bit.ly/4587ean

Antimicrobial resistant (AMR) bacteria has been spreading rapidly in Ukraine and beyond, a result of the two-year-old war that has resulted in mass casualties. Learn how ICAP has been strengthening #AMR surveillance, prevention, and treatment in hospitals and labs in #Ukraine ,

Some agricultural fungicides work similarly to #antifungals that treat people. Fungicides can contribute to #AntimicrobialResistance (AR) that threatens the health of the environment & people. Discover CDC's work combating AR in the environment: bit.ly/44UMiDw

Happy #FamilyWellness Month! By staying healthy, you can reduce your risk of getting sick and help to stop the spread of germs. Discover ways to protect yourself & your family & help to combat #AntimicrobialResistance , too: bit.ly/4587ean

Happy #FamilyWellness Month! By staying healthy, you can reduce your risk of getting sick and help to stop the spread of germs. Discover ways to protect yourself & your family & help to #AntimicrobialResistance , too: bit.ly/4587ean

#HCPs : Talk to your patients about their risk for developing C. diff when they start to take an antibiotic & help fight #AntimicrobialResistance .

Happy Birthday, #Louisiana ! @CDCGov remains committed to protecting the public against #AntimicrobialResistance (AR). Learn more about CDC-funded AR efforts in Louisiana: bit.ly/3Q89KYQ

Happy Birthday, #Maryland ! @CDCGov remains committed to protecting the public against #AntimicrobialResistance (AR). Learn more about CDC-funded AR efforts in Maryland: bit.ly/3UoPHrU