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Climate change and lack of sustainable policies may fuel rise in superbugs

Last updated: April 28, 2025 4:20 pm
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The impact of climate change on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing concern, as highlighted in a recent study published in Nature Medicine. Researchers warn that failing to address current climate change trajectories and meet sustainable development goals could lead to a significant increase in the global burden of AMR by 2050.

According to the study, AMR could rise by up to 2.4% globally by 2050 if current trends continue. This projection is alarming, considering that bacterial AMR was already responsible for an estimated 1.14 million deaths worldwide in 2021, with this number expected to nearly double by 2050. Low- and middle-income countries are particularly vulnerable to the effects of AMR, highlighting the urgent need for action on a global scale.

While efforts to reduce antibiotic use have been a focus of AMR mitigation strategies, the study emphasizes the importance of addressing broader socioeconomic and environmental factors. Researchers analyzed data from 101 countries spanning over two decades to understand how factors like climate change, socioeconomic conditions, and policies could influence global AMR trends.

One key finding of the study was the potential impact of climate change on AMR rates. Under a worst-case scenario where global temperatures rise by 4–5°C by the end of the century, AMR could increase by 2.4% by 2050 compared to a low-emission scenario. This increase would be most significant in lower-middle and lower-income countries, highlighting the disproportionate impact of climate change on vulnerable populations.

In addition to climate change, the study also highlighted the importance of sustainable development efforts in mitigating AMR. Factors such as reducing out-of-pocket health expenses, expanding immunization coverage, increasing health investments, and ensuring access to water, sanitation, and hygiene services were found to have a significant impact on reducing AMR prevalence.

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While the study provides valuable insights into the complex relationship between climate change, socioeconomic factors, and AMR, the researchers acknowledge certain limitations. Causality cannot be definitively established due to the ecological modeling approach, and data limitations prevented the inclusion of factors like education, antimicrobial use in food production, and animal farming practices.

In conclusion, the study underscores the need for a comprehensive approach to addressing AMR that takes into account the interconnected nature of climate change, socioeconomic conditions, and public health policies. Urgent action is required to mitigate the growing threat of AMR on a global scale and ensure the effectiveness of antimicrobial treatments for future generations.

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