Report highlights lack of access to antibiotics.

CIDRAP– April 17, 2019. “Excessive, inappropriate use of antibiotics is considered to be the most significant driver of antibiotic resistance. Accordingly, global efforts have been launched to promote antibiotic stewardship and the reduction of unnecessary use of these life-saving drugs. But a new report from the Center for Disease Dynamics, Economics & Policy (CDDEP) suggests limited access to antibiotics in many parts of the world, particularly low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), is an overlooked and under-appreciated problem. The report argues that a combination of factors—from weak, underfunded health systems to unreliable supply chains and high out-of-pocket costs—create barriers to access that prevent millions of people from receiving the antibiotics they need.”