Antimicrobial Resistance in New Zealand—A One Health Perspective

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dc.citation.issue6
dc.citation.volume11
dc.contributor.authorPattis I
dc.contributor.authorWeaver L
dc.contributor.authorBurgess S
dc.contributor.authorUssher JE
dc.contributor.authorDyet K
dc.date.available2022-06-01
dc.date.issued2022-06-01
dc.description.abstractAntimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an increasing global threat that affects human, animal and, often less acknowledged, environmental health. This complex issue requires a multisectoral One Health approach to address the interconnectedness of humans, animals and the natural environment. The prevalence of AMR in these reservoirs varies widely among countries and thus often requires a country-specific approach. In New Zealand (NZ), AMR and antimicrobial usage in humans are relatively well-monitored and-understood, with high human use of antimicrobials and the frequency of resistant pathogens increasing in hospitals and the community. In contrast, on average, NZ is a low user of antimicrobials in animal husbandry systems with low rates of AMR in food-producing animals. AMR in New Zealand’s environment is little understood, and the role of the natural environment in AMR transmission is unclear. Here, we aimed to provide a summary of the current knowledge on AMR in NZ, addressing all three components of the One Health triad with a particular focus on environmental AMR. We aimed to identify knowledge gaps to help develop research strategies, especially towards mitigating AMR in the environment, the often-neglected part of the One Health triad.
dc.description.publication-statusPublished
dc.identifier.citationAntibiotics, 2022, 11 (6)
dc.identifier.doi10.3390/antibiotics11060778
dc.identifier.eissn2079-6382
dc.identifier.elements-id454752
dc.identifier.harvestedMassey_Dark
dc.relation.isPartOfAntibiotics
dc.rights(c) The Author
dc.rightsCC BY
dc.titleAntimicrobial Resistance in New Zealand—A One Health Perspective
dc.typeJournal article
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pubs.organisational-group/Massey University/College of Sciences
pubs.organisational-group/Massey University/College of Sciences/School of Veterinary Science
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