Ali Qasemi - Depatment of Biology, Faculty of Science, University of Sistan and Baluchestan, Zahedan,Iran
Naghme Shahba - Depatment of Biology, Faculty of Science, University of Sistan and Baluchestan, Zahedan,Iran
Bita Zamen - Depatment of Biology, Faculty of Science, University of Sistan and Baluchestan, Zahedan,Iran

The COVID-۱۹ pandemic has had profound effects on global health systems, economies, andsocieties worldwide. However, its impact on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has receivedlimited attention. This review paper aims to explore and analyze the effects of the COVID-۱۹pandemic on AMR, including the challenges faced, potential drivers of AMR, and mitigationstrategies. Through an extensive literature review, this paper examines the relationshipbetween the pandemic and AMR, highlighting the need for a comprehensive approach tocombat both crises. The findings emphasize the importance of strengthening antimicrobialstewardship programs, improving infection prevention and control measures, and promotingresearch and development of new antibiotics. This paper provides insights into the complexinterplay between COVID-۱۹ and AMR and proposes strategies to mitigate the long-termconsequences of these intertwined global challenges.

COVID-۱۹ pandemic, antimicrobial resistance, antibiotics, antimicrobialstewardship, infection prevention and control, global health