Australia’s First National Antimicrobial Resistance Strategy 2015–2019 Progress Report

The Australian Government has released the Australia’s First National Antimicrobial Resistance Strategy 2015–2019 Progress Report.

This Progress Report not only highlights the progress that has been made in Australia in the past two years, but also recognises challenges and gaps that need to be addressed.

• 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