Antimicrobial use in animals slows as the risk of resistance persists

Global efforts to reduce antimicrobial use in livestock production are beginning to slow down, according to a recent report from the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH). Overall use continues to decline, but at a slower pace. In a recent interview, Dr Javier Yugueros-Marcos, head of WOAH’s Antimicrobial Resistance and Veterinary Products Department, said that without renewed efforts from governments, industry, and veterinarians, momentum on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) could wane.