Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global health crisis threatening the efficacy of important drugs used to treat bacterial infections, and there’s no easy fix. Often seen as a problem of the Global North, there is an important case to be made that AMR presents especially acute challenges for the Global South. An exploration of these challenges is informative, and might even provide insights towards approaches to tackling AMR and improving health outcomes more broadly in these regions. Why is AMR a problem in the Global South? AMR in the Global South is a pressing issue with potentially devastating consequences. While limited medical resources naturally make third world countries more vulnerable to the spread of infections, there are other factors implicated. Fragile healthcare infrastructure, increased overcrowding, and a widespread misuse of antibiotics have had a deleterious impact on the spread and prevalence of antimicrobial resistance.

In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become a frequent part of life. While occasional stress is a normal part of human experience, chronic stress (prolonged and persistent stress) can have serious implications for our health. It’s increasingly clear that chronic stress plays a significant role in the development and progression of chronic diseases. Understanding the psychosocial factors behind this connection is crucial for managing and mitigating these health risks.