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Antimicrobial resistance

Antimicrobial resistance is the ability of a micro-organism to withstand an antimicrobial agent. These pages contain material produced by the Communicable Diseases Branch, independent advisory committees and others, aimed primarily at healthcare professionals.

Antimicrobial resistance key documents

General information about antimicrobial resistance.



Antimicrobial resistance publications

Publications relating to antimicrobial resistance that may interest health professionals.



Antimicrobial resistance useful links

Links to web pages about antimicrobial resistance.



Health Protection Agency

Pages on antibiotic and antimicrobial resistance on the HPA website

Specialist advisory committe on antimicrobial resistance (SACAR)

Specialist advisory committe on antimicrobial resistance


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