Resistance management

Resistance management involves strategies to prevent or reduce the development of resistance, such as bacteria or pests, to interventions like antibiotics or pesticides. When these agents are overused or misused, targeted organisms can adapt and survive, making treatments less effective. Effective resistance management includes rotating different methods, using proper dosages, and implementing integrated approaches to limit the chance of organisms evolving resistance. The goal is to sustain the effectiveness of interventions over time, protecting health, agriculture, and ecosystems from the impacts of resistant strains.