Authors: O’Brien S, Sharland M, Zaoutis T
Published in: AMR CONTROL 2019-2020; online edition
Abstract It is time to prioritize children’s needs in the context of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Children, especially babies and young infants, are particularly vulnerable to the rise in drug-resistant infection and need treatments that are adapted to their specific needs. Yet, there are almost no clinical trials looking into children’s antibiotics. This lack of prioritization threatens the attainment of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The Global Antibiotic Research & Development Partnership (GARDP), Penta, St George’s, University of London and global partners are working together to tackle AMR in children. They call on governments, researchers, industry and more – to join them.