Ethiopia launches Antimicrobial resistance prevention and containment plan

Published on December 16, 2022

Ethiopia has launched Sector Specific Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance prevention and containment, the first of its kind in the World Health Organization African Region.

The plan was launched during the commemorating of 2022 World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) through a series of events that are aimed at raising the awareness of health professionals and the community in general on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), its hazards, containment and prevention.

More information here Ethiopia launches Antimicrobial resistance prevention and containment plan | HealthCare Africa Magazine

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