40 million deaths by 2050: toll of drug-resistant infections to rise by 70%

More than 39 million people will die from antibiotic-resistant infections between now and 2050. This alarming count highlights the urgent need for action against drug resistance.

The report indicates that while child mortality from drug-resistant infections has decreased, the situation for those over 70 has worsened significantly, emphasizing an increasing trend.

"I think the burden numbers are probably much higher than what has been reported here," highlighting the inadequacies in current data collection and understanding of the issue.

According to the report, nearly 2 million deaths could occur annually by 2050 unless significant measures are taken to improve antibiotic access and treatment effectiveness.

Read at Nature