Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 52d ago

Antimicrobial resistance (AR) happens when germs like bacteria and fungi develop the ability to defeat the drugs designed to kill them. This video explains why AR is a growing public health threat and what CDC is doing to protect people. Learn what individuals, healthcare professionals, and policymakers can do to help prevent the spread of AR—and how CDC's approach helps combat it. From its impact on daily health care to our food supply and the environment, this video breaks down the basics of AR and why it matters to everyone. Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/antimicrobial-resistance This video can also be viewed at https://www.cdc.gov/antimicrobial-resistance/media/videos/AR-and-Public-Health-What-You-Need-to-Know-lowres.mp4