Mary & Mo's Antimicrobial Resistance Story

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What to know

Watch and share these videos of Mary & Mo talking about their mother’s experience with a drug-resistant infection.

Format: MP4
Language: English (US)
Last updated: July 24, 2026

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Messages for the general public

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Millions of Americans, like Mary and Mo's mother, experience a drug-resistant infection that is difficult or impossible to treat. Their story could happen to any of us. Everyday actions like keeping hands clean and taking antibiotics and antifungals exactly as prescribed can help prevent the spread of drug resistance and protect our health. Find out what else you can do at cdc.gov/antimicrobial-resistance.

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Millions of Americans, like Mary and Mo's mother, experience drug-resistant infections that are difficult or impossible to treat. Everyday actions like keeping hands clean and preparing food safely can help prevent infections. Learn more at cdc.gov/antimicrobial-resistance.

Messages for healthcare professionals

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Millions of Americans, like Mary and Mo's mother, experience an infection caused by germs that can defeat the drugs designed to kill them. Their story is one that could happen to any family. When educating patients and the public, recommend everyday actions that can help prevent infections from happening in the first place, like keeping hands clean and getting recommended vaccines. Access resources to help your patients prevent spread at cdc.gov/antimicrobial-resistance.

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Millions of Americans, like Mary and Mo's mother, experience infections caused by germs that can defeat the drugs designed to kill them. Our first line of defense is preventing infections in the first place. Share helpful everyday actions with your patients. Find out more at cdc.gov/antimicrobial-resistance.

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