Drug Resistance Materials

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At a glance

  • Drug resistance (or antimicrobial resistance) occurs when bacteria no longer respond to the drug designed to kill them.
  • Share these graphics on social media and on websites to increase awareness around how antibiotic use can contribute to AR.
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  • Remember to use #BeAntibioticsAware in social media posts.
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How Antibiotic Resistance Happens
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This video describes how antibiotic resistance occurs.
What is Antimicrobial Resistance?
This video describes how antimicrobial resistance occurs.
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National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID)
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Published: February 9, 2026
Updated: September 17, 2026

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Reviewed: September 17, 2026

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