原题
Antimicrobial Resistance Challenges
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR)—the ability of microorganisms to withstand drugs that once killed them—threatens to reverse decades of medical advancement, posing an urgent public health challenge globally. In particular, the widespread and often indiscriminate use of antibiotics in medicine and agriculture has accelerated the emergence of resistant bacteria. Recognizing the gravity of AMR, the World Health Organization classifies it among the top global health threats, underscoring the critical need for immediate action.
Bacteria develop resistance through a multitude of mechanisms, including genetic mutations and the sharing of genes, which allow them to survive antibiotic treatment and proliferate. Unfortunately, the pharmaceutical industry has been slow to produce new antibiotics, hampered by both scientific obstacles and economic disincentives. Antibiotics often yield lower financial returns compared to medications for chronic diseases. Therefore, they receive less investment.
Addressing AMR requires a comprehensive and coordinated international strategy. Implementing stringent regulations on antibiotic prescriptions can curb misuse but might not eliminate it completely. Financial incentives for pharmaceutical companies could stimulate the development of novel antibiotics. However, this approach remains contentious due to the varying perspectives on economic feasibility. Public health campaigns aimed at educating communities about judicious antibiotic use are vital, but experts continue to debate the most effective strategies for combating AMR.
The word "comprehensive" in the passage is closest in meaning to
Aunderstandable
Bwell-researched
Cthorough
Dcost-effective
正确答案：C
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