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Abstract Objective In Bangladesh, the unregulated use of antimicrobials in livestock poses a significant threat to the effectiveness of these drugs, yet multi-sectoral data to guide stewardship are scarce. This study investigated veterinary drug use, antibiotic awareness, and risk factors contributing to antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in the Mymensingh region of Bangladesh. Methods A cross-sectional survey […]

ABSTRACT Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a critical global health threat, intensified in low- and middle-income countries by rampant antibiotic misuse in livestock and poultry. This study assessed the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of 537 farmers in Rangpur, Bangladesh, to identify drivers and pathways of high-risk antimicrobial use (AMU). Data on demographics, farm characteristics, and