The International Fao Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring Infarm System

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org. [Author] [Author]
Page : 62 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2024-05-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789251387894

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The International FAO Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring (InFARM) system by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

The International FAO Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring (InFARM) system is an FAO flagship initiative, supporting countries in collecting, collating, analysing, visualizing, and effectively utilizing their AMR monitoring and surveillance data primarily from livestock, fisheries, and aquaculture, along with their associated food products. [Author] InFARM empowers countries to generate reliable evidence to measure the extent of AMR in animals and food, at local, regional, and global scales, filling critical gaps in AMR data within agrifood systems. [Author] This document introduces the InFARM system, provides the FAO's roadmap for implementation over the coming years, and serves as a guide for country officials, offering a step-by-step approach to support the implementation of InFARM. [Author] It provides specific steps and recommendations to guide national focal points in mobilizing country participation through the collection and sharing of available AMR data, along with information on the status of implementation of monitoring and surveillance activities. [Author] Through the InFARM system, FAO invites its Members to establish and strengthen operational national AMR surveillance systems. [Author]

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 87 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2021-03-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789251340745

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Evaluation of FAO’s role and work on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is the ability of microorganisms to fight antimicrobial compounds, reducing the efficacy of treating diseases in humans, animals, and plants. AMR risk is outpacing human population growth, owing to misuse of antimicrobials in large quantities in food systems, and is a serious threat to food security and sustainable development. FAO, with the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE), and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), is supporting countries in developing and implementing their One Health National Action Plans on AMR. The eventual aim is to ensure sustainable use of antimicrobials to minimize AMR risks, in alignment with the Global Action Plan on AMR. The scope of the evaluation covers FAO’s entire work on AMR up to early 2020 and its role in the global AMR architecture. It examines FAO’s organizational and institutional set-up for AMR work. FAO has a strong mandate to work on AMR, implementing activities in 45 countries and providing far-reaching support on AMR National Action Plans (NAPs). FAO’s technical expertise is a key comparative advantage in its work on AMR. It is underpinned by the strong scientific grounding of FAO’s work, engendered in its AMR working groups and supported by its collaboration with research centers, universities, and the Tripartite organizations. Nevertheless, the work is relatively recent and, given the long impact pathways, it has had limited results. A comprehensive strategic and programmatic approach would increase the likelihood of achieving results in combating AMR. FAO should prioritize its work in a long-term strategy on AMR that recognizes the seriousness of the threat and is fully integrated into the Organization’s Strategic Framework. The strategy should set out FAO’s long-term role in combating AMR and that of its divisions and offices, as well as its approach at the country and regional level. FAO should consolidate its work on AMR through a strong programmatic approach with a central coordination and management structure that links with the Regional Offices and is supported by dedicated core funding.

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,World Organisation for Animal Health
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2023-12-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789251384039

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Guidelines on monitoring antimicrobial use at the farm level by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,World Organisation for Animal Health Pdf

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major health threat to humans, animals, plants and the environment. One of the key drivers of AMR is the misuse and overuse of antimicrobials in animal production, including in aquaculture. Therefore, monitoring the use of antimicrobials in farm animals is essential to mitigate AMR. The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH, founded as OIE) has been collecting data, mainly coming from national sales and imports records of antimicrobials, from its members on antimicrobial agents intended for use in animals since 2015. To complement this information and improve decision-making, farm-level antimicrobial use (AMU) data are needed, as it allows for better understanding of how antimicrobials are used in the field. Therefore, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (FAO RAP), the WOAH Regional Representation for Asia and the Pacific (WOAH RRAP) and the WOAH Sub-Regional Representation for South-East Asia (WOAH SRR-SEA) developed a joint guideline on Monitoring antimicrobial use at the farm level. The guideline provides detailed guidance on establishing a farm-level AMU monitoring system: conducting a situational analysis; establishing an operational mechanism; technical preparation. The recommendations cover both terrestrial and aquatic food-producing animals and consider the wide range of AMU monitoring capacities in Asia and the Pacific and beyond. The target users of this guideline are the competent authorities, research institutions and agrifood industry actors who plan to develop or improve an AMU monitoring system at the farm level.

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org. [Author] [Author]
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2024-05-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789251381717

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Antimicrobial resistance monitoring and surveillance guidelines for food-producing animals and their products in Eastern Africa by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

This publication is a building block of the Eastern Africa antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance roadmap that was described in April 2019, by AMR experts from Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Sudan and Uganda. [Author] The roadmap is presented in chapter six of this document. [Author] The national AMR experts came together in a regional meeting organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and also attended by other national, regional and international organizations such as the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)-Kenya, University of Nairobi (UON), Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), World Animal Protection (WAP) and African Union-Interagency Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR). [Author] The aim of the roadmap is to set out the processes, tools and coordination that technical experts and decision-makers from within national governments in East Africa agreed should be undertaken at regional level to support development and implementation of national AMR surveillance strategies and plans. [Author]

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,National Parks Board,Singapore Food Agency
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 104 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2023-12-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789251374047

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Monitoring and surveillance of antimicrobial resistance in bacterial pathogens from aquaculture by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,National Parks Board,Singapore Food Agency Pdf

The guidelines provide a regional overview of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance in aquaculture, including the importance of harmonizing methodologies across the region (Chapter 1). The guidelines also cover approaches to the design of AMR surveillance in aquaculture, from identifying the target population to sampling considerations (Chapter 2). Sample consideration and transport are described in detail, following standing methodologies for disease surveillance in aquaculture (Chapter 3). The laboratory methods are described, from general principles to specific methodologies (Chapter 4). Finally, the guidelines also describe AMR data management including collection, storage, analysis, and presentation (Chapter 5). While Volume 3 provides guidance for carrying out AMR monitoring and surveillance in aquaculture, the other areas in the AMR surveillance framework are covered in the respective volumes of this regional guideline series: Volume 1 (Monitoring and surveillance of antimicrobial resistance in bacteria from healthy food animals intended for consumption), Volume 2 (Monitoring and surveillance in animal pathogens recovered from diseased livestock); Volume 4 (Monitoring bacterial resistance in the animal environment) that will focus on monitoring AMR in bacteria from agriculture settings (such as manure and slurry in livestock farms and aquatic environments), Volume 5 (Monitoring antimicrobial usage in animals at the farm level) and Volume 6 (Monitoring antimicrobial residues in food). Experts from FAO, the Singapore Food Agency and the Singapore National Parks Board led the writing of this volume.

Author : Liz Alban,Salome Dürr,Carola Sauter-Louis,Victoria J. Brookes,Fernanda Dorea
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2023-10-23
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9782832536742

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Bridging Science and Policy for Animal Health Surveillance: ICAHS4 2022 by Liz Alban,Salome Dürr,Carola Sauter-Louis,Victoria J. Brookes,Fernanda Dorea Pdf

The current COVID-19 pandemic has expanded lay people’s vocabulary; PCR-testing is no longer mentioned only by virologists, nor are the terms basic reproduction ratio and herd-immunity limited to epidemiologists. This expansion of vocabulary that was previously only used in specialist settings already demonstrates global, societal impact. We have learnt that it is insufficient simply to act on disease emergence and spread. More focus is needed on prevention and surveillance of the precursors of emerging infectious disease, as well as early detection. To succeed in this, it is a necessity to collaborate across sectors – academics, governments, industry and the public – in a transdisciplinary way.

Author : World Health Organization,Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,UNEP United Nations Environment Programme,World Organisation for Animal Health
Publisher : World Health Organization
Page : 60 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2023-07-03
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789240075924

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A one health priority research agenda for antimicrobial resistance by World Health Organization,Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,UNEP United Nations Environment Programme,World Organisation for Animal Health Pdf

Author : World Health Organization
Publisher : World Health Organization
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2024-01-25
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789240086760

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WHO benchmarks for strengthening health emergency capacities by World Health Organization Pdf

The WHO Benchmarks for International Health Regulations (2005) (IHR) Capacities was first published in 2019 and serves as a capacity-building tool and reference document to guide development/updating of country health security plans, including the national action plan for health security (NAPHS). It is now updated to a second edition which incorporates lessons learned from recent health emergencies, as well as alignment with updated IHRMEF tools, the HEPR framework, the WHO Director-General’s ten proposals to build a safer world together, and to build back better through multi-hazard and whole-of-society approaches to support better preparedness for future emergencies. Over 250 relevant technical leads contributed to this edition, by providing inputs from WHO regional offices, countries, partners and participation in global consultation meetings. The second edition is titled “WHO Benchmarks for Strengthening Health Emergency Capacities: Support for the Implementation of International Health Regulations (IHR) and Health Emergency Prevention, Preparedness, Response and Resilience (HEPR) Capacities”. WHO benchmarks are further digitalized for easy and quick use, along with a reference library, which is currently being updated. The audience for this document includes WHO Member States, health ministries and other relevant ministries, healthstakeholders, partners, nongovernmental organizations and academia to support building capacities at the country level.

Author : World Health Organization,Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,World Organisation for Animal Health,UN Environment
Publisher : World Health Organization
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2022-06-30
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789240051362

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Antimicrobial Resistance Multi-Partner Trust Fund annual report 2021 by World Health Organization,Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,World Organisation for Animal Health,UN Environment Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : World Health Organization
Page : 78 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2021-03-19
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789240019744

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Monitoring global progress on antimicrobial resistance by Anonim Pdf

The Tripartite AMR Country Self-Assessment Survey (TrACSS) helps to monitor country progress on the implementation of AMR national actions plans and has been administered on an annual basis by the Tripartite organizations (Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) and World Health Organization (WHO)) since 2016. This report analyzes the global responses on the fourth round of TrACSS (2019-2020) and examines the global trends and actions towards addressing AMR in all sectors. Complete country and global responses to all rounds of the survey can be accessed through the TrACSS database: https://amrcountryprogress.org/.

Author : World Health Organization,Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,UNEP United Nations Environment Programme,World Organisation for Animal Health
Publisher : World Health Organization
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2023-12-12
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789240074668

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Implementing the global action plan on antimicrobial resistance by World Health Organization,Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,UNEP United Nations Environment Programme,World Organisation for Animal Health Pdf

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 61 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2023-06-26
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Digital transformation in action by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

Digital capabilities can help to meet future demand for safe and nutritious food, better manage natural resources and contribute to high-quality growth in productivity and in the economy. They are already the driving force behind the profound transformation of our agrifood systems and the emergence of a new vision of agriculture. 2022 has been another exceptional year of Digital Transformation in Action for FAO, further accelerated by the strong momentum achieved and with strong organizational support. The aim of this report is to provide a comprehensive overview of the key achievements related to FAO’s Digital for Impact throughout the year and to introduce the Organization's next stages in the digital journey as we look forward to next year, the year of excellence and more.

Author : Institute of Medicine,Board on Global Health,Forum on Microbial Threats
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 418 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2012-09-10
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309259361

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Improving Food Safety Through a One Health Approach by Institute of Medicine,Board on Global Health,Forum on Microbial Threats Pdf

Globalization of the food supply has created conditions favorable for the emergence, reemergence, and spread of food-borne pathogens-compounding the challenge of anticipating, detecting, and effectively responding to food-borne threats to health. In the United States, food-borne agents affect 1 out of 6 individuals and cause approximately 48 million illnesses, 128,000 hospitalizations, and 3,000 deaths each year. This figure likely represents just the tip of the iceberg, because it fails to account for the broad array of food-borne illnesses or for their wide-ranging repercussions for consumers, government, and the food industry-both domestically and internationally. A One Health approach to food safety may hold the promise of harnessing and integrating the expertise and resources from across the spectrum of multiple health domains including the human and veterinary medical and plant pathology communities with those of the wildlife and aquatic health and ecology communities. The IOM's Forum on Microbial Threats hosted a public workshop on December 13 and 14, 2011 that examined issues critical to the protection of the nation's food supply. The workshop explored existing knowledge and unanswered questions on the nature and extent of food-borne threats to health. Participants discussed the globalization of the U.S. food supply and the burden of illness associated with foodborne threats to health; considered the spectrum of food-borne threats as well as illustrative case studies; reviewed existing research, policies, and practices to prevent and mitigate foodborne threats; and, identified opportunities to reduce future threats to the nation's food supply through the use of a "One Health" approach to food safety. Improving Food Safety Through a One Health Approach: Workshop Summary covers the events of the workshop and explains the recommendations for future related workshops.

Author : World Health Organization
Publisher : World Health Organization
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2017-11-10
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9241550139

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WHO guidelines on use of medically important antimicrobials in food-producing animals by World Health Organization Pdf

WHO has launched new guidelines on use of medically important antimicrobials in food-producing animals, recommending that farmers and the food industry stop using antibiotics routinely to promote growth and prevent disease in healthy animals. These guidelines aim to help preserve the effectiveness of antibiotics that are important for human medicine by reducing their use in animals.

Author : Melba G. Bondad-Reantaso,James Richard Arthur,Rohana P. Subasinghe
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Anti-infective agents
ISBN : 9251069751

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Improving Biosecurity Through Prudent and Responsible Use of Veterinary Medicines in Aquatic Food Production by Melba G. Bondad-Reantaso,James Richard Arthur,Rohana P. Subasinghe Pdf

The dramatic intensification and diversification of global aquaculture has made aquaculture an important food-producing sector, providing an essential source of aquatic protein for a growing human population. The sector is recognised as creator of jobs and an important source of foreign export earnings for both developed and developing countries. However, the expanded global movements of live aquatic animals have been accompanied by the transboundary spread of a wide variety of pathogens necessitating the routine use of veterinary medicines to prevent and treat disease outbreaks, assure healthy stocks and maximise production. The use of appropriate antimicrobial treatments is one of the most effective management responses to such emergencies, but their inappropriate use can lead to increased frequency of bacterial resistance, potential transfer of resistance genes in bacteria from the aquatic environment to other bacteria, and the occurrence of bacterial residues in aquaculture products resulting in bans by importing countries. The FAO/AAHRI Expert Workshop on Improving Biosecurity through Prudent and Responsible Use of Veterinary Medicines in Aquatic Food Production was convened in Bangkok, Thailand, from 15 to 18 December 2009, to understand the current status of the use of antimicrobials in aquaculture, and to discuss the concerns and impacts of their irresponsible use on human health, the aquatic environment and trade. The discussions became the basis for drafting recommendations targeted at government and private sectors, and for developing guiding principles on the responsible use of antimicrobials in aquaculture to be considered as part of future FAO Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries (CCRF) Technical Guidelines for Responsible Fisheries on Prudent and Responsible Use of Veterinary Medicines in Aquaculture. Part 1 of this publication contains 15 technical background papers presented during the expert workshop, contributed by 29 specialists. Part 2 contains the highlights of the expert workshop. Because aquaculture is expected to continue to increase its contribution to the world's production of aquatic food, offer opportunities to alleviate poverty, increase employment and community development, and reduce overexploitation of natural aquatic resources, appropriate guidance to aquaculture stakeholders on the responsible use of veterinary medicines has become essential. Safe and effective veterinary medicines need to be available for efficient aquaculture production, and their use should be in line with established principles on prudent use to safeguard public and animal health. The use of such medicines should be part of national and on-farm biosecurity plans and in accordance with an overall national policy for sustainable aquaculture.