Combating Superbugs: A Team Effort for Health

In May 2024, Montreal hosted a significant gathering of experts and stakeholders. The event focused on tackling antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This is a growing threat to health worldwide. The conference highlighted the One Health (OH) approach. This approach connects the health of humans, animals, plants, and ecosystems. The conference featured a workshop. It aimed to address key issues in AMR research. The workshop identified three main areas. These were barriers to effective research programs, gaps in research priorities, and potential solutions. The goal was to ensure research follows OH principles. It also aimed to generate valuable data while using limited resources wisely. One of the key outcomes was the importance of sustainable data management. This helps in making informed decisions about AMR policies. The workshop also emphasized the need for standardized data collection and analysis. This ensures consistency and reliability in research findings. However, integrating genomics data into current risk assessments and models poses challenges. The workshop discussed specific tools and approaches to overcome these hurdles. These tools support the harmonized collection and analysis of data. This is crucial for effective AMR research. The workshop's discussions outlined critical considerations for interdisciplinary OH AMR research programs. These programs and networks should prioritize these considerations. This will enhance the impact of their outputs. By working together, experts can better address the complex issue of AMR.