WHO launches AWaRe tool to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance
- The World Health Organization (WHO) is launching a new tool named AWaRe (Access, Watch and Reserve) to reduce the spread of antimicrobial resistance.
- The AWaRe tool was developed by the WHO Essential Medicines List to contain rising resistance and make antibiotic use safer and more effective.
- AWaRe campaign, is aimed at making decision and policymakers aware of the appropriate and effective use of antibiotics for specific infections.