👉 The decade spanning the early 2010s was marked by significant advancements and challenges in the realm of infectious diseases, particularly with the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria and emerging pathogens. The decade began with a global resurgence of previously controlled diseases, such as tuberculosis and gonorrhea, due to factors like antibiotic misuse and poor infection control practices. A major turning point came with the emergence of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) and extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis (XDR-TB), which posed severe threats to public health, especially in regions with limited healthcare resources. Additionally, the decade saw a notable increase in vector-borne diseases like Zika virus, dengue fever, and chikungunya, exacerbated by climate change and urbanization. The 2010s also witnessed the continued impact of HIV/AIDS, with global efforts to combat the epidemic through antiretroviral therapy and prevention programs, though challenges in access and stigma persisted. The decade concluded with a growing focus on global health security, emphasizing the need for robust surveillance systems, rapid response mechanisms, and international collaboration to address the evolving landscape of infectious diseases.
