The World Ahead from The Economist

The world ahead: When the drugs don't work

04.29.2019 - By The EconomistPlay

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In this edition of The world ahead we examine a possible future where antibiotics no longer work. What causes such antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and what can be done to remedy it? And in another health-care scenario, we examine technology's potential to address the global shortage of medical staff. Anne McElvoy hosts

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