High Resistance to Food-Related Bacteria in Cyprus
February 19, 2026
The latest report indicates concerningly high resistance levels in Cyprus to food-related bacteria such as Campylobacter and Salmonella. There is over 90% resistance to ciprofloxacin, a key antibiotic for treating Campylobacter jejuni infections. Notably, there has been an increasing trend of resistance from 2014 to 2024. However, it is positive that there has been a reduction in Salmonella resistance to ampicillin in Cyprus. While the situation remains worrying at the European level, some positive developments have been noted.