3154: WHO: The Urgent Need to Tackle Antimicrobial Resistance in South Sudan

This week's health informational segment in colaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) discusses the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) with Andrew Baguma from the World Health Organization. Baguma explains how misuse of antibiotics, self-medication, weak diagnostics, and poor regulation are driving AMR in South Sudan. He outlines this year’s global campaign, emphasising responsible antibiotic use, vaccination, hygiene, and stronger surveillance. Baguma also highlights WHO’s support to the government through training, laboratory strengthening, public awareness, and improving infection-prevention systems across the country.