World alliance against antibiotic resistance: The WAAAR declaration against antibiotic resistance

Med Intensiva. 2015 Jan-Feb;39(1):34-9. doi: 10.1016/j.medin.2014.10.004. Epub 2014 Dec 17.

Abstract

We must change how antibiotics are used and adopt proactive strategies, similar to those used to save endangered species. Preservation of the efficacy of antibiotics and to stabilization of antibiotic-susceptible bacterial ecosystems should be global goals.

Keywords: Antibiotic resistance; Resistencia antibiótica; WAAAR.

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use
  • Drug Resistance, Microbial*
  • Drug Utilization
  • Global Health*
  • Humans

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents