The Lancet

Drug-resistant infections know no borders 💊 That’s why, this Thursday, a UN High-Level Meeting will take place to address the global issue of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The Lancet Group has a long history of publishing the latest research and commentaries on the growing #AMR threat. - A recent study suggested more than 39 million deaths from antibiotic-resistant infections could occur between now and 2050. - But interventions exist already. Effective and consistent application of infection prevention methods could save 750,000 lives a year, according to a Lancet Series (see infographics). - Ultimately, a combination of interventions is needed, such as minimising inappropriate antibiotic use and research into new antibiotics. Much rests on the outcome of the meeting on September 26. However, “The political declaration that emanates...will be judged by how its recommendations are implemented, not by the words on the page”, states an Editorial in The Lancet. bit.ly/4d8RnMh All links in the comments ⤵️

Join us for an insightful Lancet Webinar during which our panel of experts will emphasize the need for diverse and representative clinical datasets in the development of AI in cancer care. Our panel will place a particular focus on achieving fairness and equity for patient groups who might be at risk of health disparities or biases propagated by clinical AI. Register now: https://hubs.li/Q02Qn-6Q0

New global analysis suggests more than 39 million deaths from antibiotic-resistant infections could occur between now and 2050. Explore the study, with AMR estimates across locations that cover historical trends and future forecasts ▶️ https://hubs.li/Q02QnJvZ0 Figure: (A) Death rate attributable to AMR, all ages, 1990. (B) Death rate attributable to AMR, all ages, 2021. (C) Death rate attributable to AMR, all ages, 2050. AMR=antimicrobial resistance.

#ESMOCongress round-up: this weekend past, several Lancet papers were presented at one of the year’s biggest gatherings of oncology health professionals. Explore all content on our dedicated ESMO hub: https://hubs.li/Q02Q59LF0 🖼️ Photo by mathisworks/Getty Images

Join our expert panel for Cell Press and The Lancet's joint webinar on therapeutic advances for cardiometabolic diseases. Our panellists will explore the mechanism of action and clinical evidence of current and emerging treatments of cardiometabolic conditions before examining the challenges in availability and access to these treatments. Register now: https://hubs.li/Q02Nz1-50 🗓️ Fri, Sept 27, 2024 🕘 14:00 BST / 09:00 EDT

🆕 Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is responsible for a high mortality in children and is being increasingly recognised as an important pathogen in adults. In a new Lancet—Lancet Respiratory Medicine Series, authors discuss the staggering impact of RSV on people of all ages and present the latest advancements in RSV research: https://hubs.li/Q02PrL7P0

🆕 “Experts call for public health approach to suicide prevention, with social factors addressed in addition to clinical treatment services”    According to WHO, over 700,000 lives were lost to suicide in 2019, equating to 1,925 per day, or one every 45 seconds.  A new six-paper Series in The Lancet Public Health advocates a change in narrative; from presenting suicide as a purely mental health issue to also acknowledging the impact of social factors. These include: - Poverty  - Debt  - Addictions  - Homelessness  - Abuse  - Discrimination  - Social isolation    “This Series demonstrates that addressing these more upstream factors is likely to lead to sizeable reductions in suicide rates. We are calling on governments from around the world to take a ‘suicide prevention in all policies’ approach”, says co-author, Prof Jane Pirkis. hubs.li/Q02Ph9dF0 Figure 1: A public health model showing how suicide arises Figure 2: Preventing suicide under the public health model #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

Tomorrow, join us for the launch of a new Lancet Public Health Series in partnership with the International Association for Suicide Prevention. Timed to World Suicide Prevention Day on Sept 10, hear authors discuss key data and recommendations. Register now ▶️ https://hubs.li/Q02LpJq30

📢 Join Cell Press and The Lancet Group for a joint webinar 📢 Hear from expert panellists as they explore current and emerging treatments of cardiometabolic diseases, the challenges in availability and access to these treatments, and the crucial role of disease prevention in managing cardiometabolic conditions. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a discussion that will inspire action towards better cardiometabolic health! Register now: https://hubs.li/Q02Ny-P20 📆 Fri, Sept 27, 2024 🕑 14:00 BST / 09:00 EDT

Join our upcoming Series launch webinar: https://hubs.li/Q02LxZD80 Hear from our Series authors as they discuss the need for reforming primary health care programs to address health challenges facing South Asia. The webinar will include key topics for reform, such as addressing non-communicable diseases, urban health, community health worker programs, and recommendations for policymakers. 🗓️ Oct 1, 2024 🕘 14:00 BST / 09:00 EDT