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PakistanPaediatric Antimicrobial Resistance Crisis in Pakistan
A new review highlights a growing crisis of antimicrobial resistance in children in Pakistan, with rising resistance to common antibiotics and widespread empirical prescribing.
Background
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global health threat where microbes evolve to resist drugs, making infections harder to treat. Pakistan faces significant public health challenges, including widespread infectious diseases and healthcare access issues. The rise of AMR in children is a critical concern for future public health outcomes.
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Concerns Over Paediatric Antimicrobial Resistance in Pakistan
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Pakistan is facing an increasing crisis of antimicrobial resistance among children, characterized by rising resistance to antibiotics and prevalent empirical prescribing.
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