NARMS Cooperative Agreement Program to Strengthen Antibiotic Resistance Surveillance in Retail Food Specimens

About this program

The NARMS Cooperative Agreement Program aims to strengthen the surveillance of antibiotic resistance in retail food specimens. This program is designed for state and local health departments, academic institutions, and other organizations involved in food safety and public health. By providing funding, the program supports the collection and analysis of data related to antibiotic resistance, which is crucial for informing public health policies and practices. Eligible entities will work collaboratively with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to implement surveillance activities that monitor antibiotic resistance patterns in food products. The program seeks to improve the understanding of how antibiotic resistance is transmitted through the food supply and to develop strategies to mitigate its impact on public health.

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