CURRENT AFFAIRS

2019

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
“AWaRe” a new tool to reduce the spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) was launched by;
A
WHO
B
UNESCO
C
UNICEF
D
FAO
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The tool, called AWaRe (for Access, Watch, and Reserve), was developed by the WHO Essential Medicines List to reduce the spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), antibiotic-related adverse events, and drug costs.

Detailed explanation-2: -In 1928, after returning from holiday, Alexander Fleming, a bacteriologist working at St. Mary’s hospital in London, noticed that one of his petri dishes containing staphylococci that he left on a bench was contaminated [1]. He observed that a fungal contaminant was affecting the growth of the nearby bacteria.

Detailed explanation-3: -Good hand hygiene practices. Effective diagnosis and treatment of infection. Rational antimicrobial use. Surveillance of antibiotic resistance and antibiotic use.

Detailed explanation-4: -The main objectives of this programme are: Strengthen infection control practices and promote rational use of antimicrobials through Antimicrobial stewardship activities. Generate awareness amongst health care providers and community on antimicrobial resistance and rational use of antimicrobials.

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