WHO warns of antimicrobial misuse leading to deaths
The Manila Times — November 20, 2023, 05:00 PM UTC
The World Health Organization warns of the dangers of antimicrobial misuse, predicting 5.2 million deaths in the Western Pacific region due to drug-resistant bacterial infections by 2030. Regina Berba, from the Philippine General Hospital, emphasizes the importance of consulting a doctor for infections, as not all are bacterial. Misuse can lead to antimicrobial resistance, making infections harder to treat. The Philippines has strict regulations against selling antibiotics without a prescription.