Lack of access to antibiotics is driving spread of superbugs, finds research

In low-income countries, fewer than 7% of people with severe antibiotic-resistant infections receive necessary treatments, leading to high death rates and contributing to antimicrobial resistance. This situation mirrors the global effort against HIV, which achieved a significant reduction in infections by targeting access barriers. However, while innovative solutions like voluntary licensing of generic antibiotics are being explored, urgent action is needed to close the "treatment gap" across all regions, ensuring proper antibiotic use to prevent further suffering and health crises.