National Antibiotic Resistance Monitoring System (NARMS)

The National Antibiotic Resistance Monitoring System (NARMS) is a national program that tracks how bacteria become resistant to antibiotics, which are medicines used to fight infections. By collecting and studying bacteria from humans, meat, and food animals, NARMS helps identify when antibiotics are becoming less effective. This information guides public health efforts to ensure antibiotics continue to work and helps prevent the spread of resistant bacteria. Essentially, NARMS is a proactive way to monitor and manage antibiotic resistance to protect public health.