How antimicrobial resistance happens.
AR can spread between people, animals, and the environment, and can cause deadly infections.
Combat AR through infection prevention, improved antibiotic/antifungal use, actions to slow spread.
The AR Solutions Initiative invests to detect, respond, contain & prevent drug-resistant infections.
Antimicrobial Resistance Threats Report
Explore data about the biggest drug-resistant threats to human health in the United States.
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Map highlights CDC investments to protect Americans from drug-resistant infections.
Resources about CDC's AR Lab Network for U.S. labs for quicker response to antimicrobial resistance.
About CDC's Global Antimicrobial Resistance Laboratory and Response Network to fight antimicrobial
The AR Isolate Bank helps researchers develop new drugs and tests to fight drug resistance.
Key messages, graphics, and toolkits for U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week.
Feature stories: Learn how CDC and partners are addressing antimicrobial resistance.