This study investigates the link between climate variations and the dynamics of antibiotic resistant bacteria (ARB) in maternity wards in Burkina Faso and Cameroon. By focusing on antibiotic-resistant pathogens such as ESBL-producing Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), the research aims to mitigate their adverse effects on maternal and neonatal health.
Through comprehensive sampling, whole-genome sequencing, and analysis of environmental factors like temperature, humidity and airflow, the study will develop advanced models to predict future ARB dynamics under various climate scenarios. These predictions will inform targeted interventions, including enhanced hygiene practices, antibiotic stewardship, and environmental adjustments, in collaboration with healthcare professionals and local communities.
The project seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between climate change, drug-resistant bacterial dynamics, maternal and neonates health, leading to effective interventions and evidence-based recommendations for wider implementation.
