Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is recognized as a global threat to human and animal health and well-being. The silent pandemic is more widespread than previously thought. AMR does not stop at borders; it is a global health threat that necessitates coordinated action. Stopping the spread of AMR is a complex task that requires a One Health Approach that includes the water, agriculture, and health sectors.
The Netherlands and India are increasing their collaborative efforts to curb and mitigate the rising resistance. By working together to better understand resistance trends, improve monitoring and surveillance, and facilitate practical collaboration between clinicians/microbiologists and veterinarians.
Technology can aid in these efforts. Good data assists in defining the appropriate interventions at the appropriate time and location. Antibiotic use in hospitals and agriculture can be rationalized with digital applications, as samples and sensors can tell (in real-time) where to focus and intervene.
An Innovation Mission titled ‘digital solutions for antimicrobial resistance (AMR)‘ will be held in Delhi, Hyderabad, and Vijayawada from June 13-17. (Andhra Pradesh).
Dutch experts will conduct a deep dive into surveillance, monitoring, and digital capabilities in two Indian states as part of this innovation mission.
