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Abstract
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that over 2 million individuals in the United States are infected by antibiotic-resistant organisms every year, and that these infections cause at least 23,000 deaths.1 This represents a significant threat to public health and requires immediate action. To effectively combat infections caused by these organisms, several strategies must be employed. Important strategies include understanding microbial mechanisms of pathogenesis and resistance, development of novel antimicrobials and diagnostic tools, and prevention of infections. This series will explore the phenomenon of antimicrobial resistance and the role that healthcare professionals play in identifying and combating these organisms.
- Received May 18, 2018.
- Accepted May 22, 2018.
- Published by American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science
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