News tagged with antib
The rising threat of antibiotic resistance
A major European and global health issue is resistance to or inappropriate use of antibiotics. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) estimates that each year, antimicrobial resistance ...
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Jan 10, 2013 |
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Shared decision-making between doctors and patients can reduce antibiotic use
A training tool that helps physicians involve patients in decision-making can reduce the use of antibiotics for acute respiratory infections, according to a study published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal). ...
Medications
Jul 30, 2012 |
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Infection prevention groups outline steps needed to preserve antibiotics
Infection preventionists and healthcare epidemiologists play key roles in promoting effective antimicrobial stewardship in collaboration with other health professionals, according to a joint position paper published today ...
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Mar 19, 2012 |
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