Global Health Governance in Conflict Zones: Strengthening Infection Prevention and Control to Mitigate Antimicrobial Resistance
Original framing: “[Correspondence] Microbiological governance and the Lancet Commission on Ukraine – Authors' reply” — The Lancet
The original framing omits the historical context of antimicrobial resistance, including the role of colonialism and globalization in spreading antibiotic-resistant bacteria. It also neglects the perspectives of healthcare workers and patients in conflict zones, who often face significant challenges in accessing quality care. Furthermore, the narrative fails to address the structural causes of conflict, such as poverty, inequality, and political instability.
Medium structural omission detected in mainstream coverage.
The narrative is produced by The Lancet Commission, a reputable medical journal, for the global health community. The framing serves to highlight the urgent need for action on antimicrobial resistance, while obscuring the structural causes of conflict and its impact on healthcare systems. This narrative reinforces the power of international health governance to address global health crises.
Scientific evidence from epidemiological studies and laboratory research confirms the urgent need for action on antimicrobial resistance. However, the narrative fails to address the limitations and biases of these studies, which often prioritize Western perspectives and neglect the experiences of marginalized communities.
The Lancet Commission's work on Ukraine highlights the urgent need for action on antimicrobial resistance in conflict zones.