Today marks the start of World Antimicrobial Awareness Week and while it's not the most catchy name, it's a topic hugely important for the health of humanity.
The World Health Organisation has named anti-microbial resistance, or AMR, one of the top 10 global health threats facing the world.
The Ministry for Primary Industries has put out information to pet and farm animal owners what they can do to help.
Deputy director-general Vincent Arbuckle talks to Jesse.