Drug-resistant infections could kill nearly 2 million annually by 2050

latimes.com — September 18, 2024, 11:00 AM UTC

Summary: A new report warns that drug-resistant infections could kill nearly 2 million people annually by 2050, a significant increase from 1.14 million deaths in 2021. The study highlights the urgent need for new antibiotics to combat evolving pathogens.

The report, published by the Global Research on Antimicrobial Resistance Project, indicates that older adults will be most affected. It notes an 80% rise in AMR-related deaths among those aged 70 and older from 1990 to 2021.

While the situation is serious, the report suggests that improved vaccine access and better sanitation could reduce deaths. It estimates that up to 92 million lives could be saved with enhanced infection control and accelerated drug development by 2050.

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