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A Technical Note on Antimicrobial Resistance

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This technical note reflects UNICEF’s response to the growing global threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) to child survival, growth and development. It identifies UNICEF’s AMR-specific and AMR-sensitive actions in reducing infections, promoting access to and optimal use of antimicrobials, and increasing AMR awareness and understanding. This document is intended to inform UNICEF’s AMR-related internal initiatives, programming and activities, as well as external engagements with governments and other stakeholders.

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Author

UNICEF

Publication date

November 2019

Languages

English

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