Antibiotics: part of our heritage list?

Hooray!, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has been reduced in Dutch broilers, fattening pigs, veal calves and dairy cattle. It’s the result of an effective policy, which has led to 57% reduction in antibiotics in the last five years. But to fight AMR, a true global action plan must be developed, as discussed by international hot shots this week. An impressive assembly of international political leaders, physicians, leaders from the WHO, FAO and OIE, veterinarians and other experts from 40 coun