Australia’s National Antimicrobial Resistance Strategy – 2020 and beyond

The Australian Government has released Australia’s next national antimicrobial resistance strategy, following endorsement by the Council of Australian Governments.

Australia’s National Antimicrobial Resistance Strategy - 2020 and Beyond sets a 20-year vision to protect the health of humans, animals and the environment through minimising the development and spread of AMR while continuing to have effective antimicrobials available.

• General public
• For general practice
• For hospitals
• For aged care
• For pharmacy
• For veterinary practice
• For agriculture and industry
• For animal owners
• Objective 4: Appropriate usage and stewardship practices
• Objective 3: Greater engagement in the combat against resistance
• Objective 1: Clear governance for antimicrobial resistance initiatives
• Objective 2: Prevention and control of infections and the spread of resistance
• Objective 7: Strengthen global collaboration and partnerships
• Objective 6: A strong collaborative research agenda across all sectors
• Objective 5: Integrated surveillance and response to resistance and usage