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Antibiotic resistance causes around 35,000 deaths annually in the EU, with Romania having the highest resistance rates. Patients with multidrug-resistant infections often receive multiple antibiotics, but effectiveness is declining. The ECDC highlights the severe health impact of antimicrobial resistance, comparable to major diseases. A study predicts 39 million deaths globally from antibiotic resistance by 2050. Factors like excessive antibiotic use, poor hygiene, and pollution contribute to this issue. Romania's resistance rates are alarming, with nearly 70% of bacterial isolates resistant to key antibiotics. The country also has high antibiotic consumption rates, with many taking antibiotics without prescriptions.