Commentary: Antibiotic Resistance, Sustainable Development 2030 and Poverty in Developing Countries

Abstract

Sustainable Development - 2030 is poised for a transformative global landscape, marked by two pressing challenges: antibiotic resistance, an escalating public health crisis, and the pursuit of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to alleviate poverty and enhance living standards. This commentary explores the intricate relationship between antibiotic resistance, the 2030 agenda for sustainable development, and poverty in developing countries. Antibiotic resistance, primarily fuelled by overuse and misuse, threatens to intensify the burden of infectious diseases, particularly among vulnerable populations. Concurrently, sustainable development in these regions is beset with hurdles. Eradicating poverty, a central SDG-2030 goal hinges on addressing healthcare disparities and the impacts of antibiotic resistance. This in-depth analysis comprehensively examines the complex interplay of these factors, evaluating the challenges they pose to the SDGs-2030. It assesses the current state of sustainable development and its potential to uplift impoverished communities, highlighting the consequences of antibiotic resistance on healthcare access and the challenges related to achieving food security amid antibiotic residues. The paper explores strategies and obstacles in the dual pursuit of poverty elimination and antibiotic resistance mitigation, emphasizing the need for holistic, evidence-based solutions across social, economic, environmental, and health dimensions. These commentaries offer insights and recommendations to inspire proactive efforts towards a more equitable and sustainable future.