ARMOR | Antimicrobial Resistance Mediation Outreach Project
Our mission is to educate the public about antimicrobial resistance and influence more responsible, sustainable use of antibiotics.
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is the ability of bacteria to resist or evade antibiotics. This happens over time through repeated use of antimicrobials, delivering environmental pressure that selects for resistant bacteria. With rapid bacterial replication, this process can lead to resistant strains of bacteria nortoriously quickly, rendering many of our antibiotics useless. Overuse of antimicrobials around the world—from agriculture to hospitals—has introduced the threat of post-antibiotic world, in which infections are untreatable and any small cut can mean death.
AMRÌýis a growing problem globally. We want CU to be a leader in preventing this issue from becoming a devastating global crisis. By enabling students to engage with their community and healthcare providers, we hope to spread awareness of this issue and increase public support of research into treatments, thereby ensuring the well-being of students and the community at large.
ARMOR (Antimicrobial Resistance Mediation OutReach) is a program initiated by ARC Laboratories, an organization that seeks to unite academia and industry to accelerate the development of novel treatments for resistant infections.Ìý
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AMR affects everyone; bacteria do not respect borders and irresponsible practices can contribute to a dangerous superbug epidemic. Make a video sharing your own perspective on AMR and what people can do to use antimicrobials more responsibly.
Doctors and nurses are on the front lines of the AMR challenge, dealing with outbreaks and teaching patients how to use antibiotics responsibly. Scientists and researchers dedicate their lives to the development of new treatments for resistant infections. Find these individuals in your community, interview them and share their story with the world.
Global health is a community effort. CU Â鶹ӰԺ still widely uses antimicrobial soaps. Many people do not wipe down their gym equipment after working out. Urge your community towards practices that prevent the development of superbugs.