| HAIs | Healthcare-associated infections |
| AMR | Antimicrobial resistance |
| CLABSIs | Central line-associated bloodstream infections |
| CAUTIs | Catheter-associated urinary tract infections |
| SSIs | Surgical site infections |
| VAP | Ventilator-associated pneumonia |
| MRSA | Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus |
| HIV | Human Immunodeficiency Virus |
| GLASS | Global Antimicrobial Resistance and Use Surveillance System |
| HGT | Horizontal Gene Transfer |
| GAP | Global Action Plan |
| NAP | National Action Plans |
| AHC | Alcohol-Based Handrub Consumption |
| MDROs | Multidrug-Resistant Organisms |
| EPA | Environmental Protection Agency |