2 AMR in animal food systems

In this section we discuss how using antimicrobials in animals drives the emergence of resistance, and how resistance can spread between humans, animals and the environment. The links between animal health, human health and the environment are also discussed in more detail in the Introducing a One Health approach to AMR module.

After completing this section you will be able to:

• describe the main mechanisms by which AMR in animal production systems may influence the occurrence of resistance in human pathogens, and other routes influencing the occurrence of resistant bacteria in animals and the environment
• illustrate the links between animal health, human health and the environment in animal production systems in relation to AMR
• apply scientific terminology related to AMR when explaining your current work.