Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has quickly become one of the most pressing health and economic challenges of our time, and it's creating an inflection point for biotech innovation and investment. With at least 1.27 million deaths attributed to AMR annually, the cost of inaction is clear. Beyond a moral obligation, investment in AMR is also a smart economic decision, and investors have begun disrupting the biotech market by supporting the momentum of the novel AMR solution pipeline.
Hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP) stands as one of the most significant challenges in patient care, representing a leading cause of morbidity among hospitalized patients. This formidable infection not only contributes to extended hospital stays but also leads to increased healthcare costs and a greater burden on healthcare systems. Companies like TAXIS Pharmaceuticals have the potential to transform outcomes for patients battling this condition.
As we navigate the complexities of modern medicine, a quiet threat remains: multi-drug resistant gonorrhea (MDRSG, commonly referred to as Super Gonorrhea), a rapidly spreading, deadly, and highly resistant strain of Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Super gonorrhea is a prime example of how bacteria can outsmart our best defenses. At TAXIS, we are diving headfirst into the science of combating antimicrobial AMR.
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Frank Carlo Pasqualone, MBA
Joe DePinto, MBA
Gregory G. Mario, MBA, President and CEO