Abstract

Jawad A. M.*

ABSTRACT

This commentary contends that the escalation of antimicrobial resistance is a healthcare crisis and a reflection of broader human rights failings, particularly in conflict-ridden areas. A robust international response is imperative, extending beyond immediate medical aid to uphold the inherent right to healthcare. The discourse demands rigorous global action, advocating for the implementation of sustainable health strategies that integrate the provision of essential services with the reinforcement of health-related human rights. Doing so emphasizes the importance of peace as a foundational element for health and human rights. It calls for international cooperation to address the root causes of AMR in these regions. The argument presented here underlines the urgent need to protect human rights by mitigating the AMR threat, which is inextricably tied to the consequences of armed conflict and the ensuing breakdown of healthcare systems.