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Outcomes from an intervention study implementing fee‐free culture and susceptibility urine testing in dogs and cats

Veterinary Record, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Urine culture and susceptibility (C&S) testing is important to confirm the presence of infection and aid in antimicrobial selection to ensure that the most appropriate drug is used. Veterinarians often cite the cost of C&S as a prohibitive factor limiting its uptake.
Amy W. Hii, James R. Gilkerson, Kirsten E. Bailey, Ri Scarborough, Anna E. Sri, Magdoline Awad, Lynsey Etheridge, Laura Y. Hardefeldt   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

A baseline assessment of antimicrobial stewardship core element implementation in selected public hospitals in Malawi: findings from the 2023 National Program Audit

Frontiers in Public Health
BackgroundAntimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a significant global health challenge, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). In Malawi, frequent stockouts of essential medicines and the widespread dispensing of antibiotics without ...
Ronald Chitatanga, Ronald Chitatanga, Chikhulupiliro Yiwombe, Chikhulupiliro Yiwombe, Oscar Divala, Mwayi Prudence Msokera, Ellen Banda, Ellen Banda, Hope Chadwala, Manuel Wellington Gilmon, Wezi Kaminyoghe, Innocent Chibwe, Innocent Chibwe, Harry Milala, Harry Milala, Alinafe Kawerama, Alinafe Kawerama, Kenneth Nyoni, Chikumbutso Mpanga, Christina Mwinjiwa, Akuzike Makondesa, Maurice Mwehiwa, Donald Mlombwa, Daniel Namalawe, Silver Benito, Emmie Jingini, Evelyn Wesangula, Martin Matu, Emily Ciccone, Robert Krysiak, Collins Mitambo, Titha Dzowela   +31 more
doaj   +1 more source

A structured, behavioural science approach to the preparation of antimicrobial stewardship interventions for companion animal veterinarians

Veterinary Record, EarlyView.
Abstract Background A structured, behavioural science approach was adopted to develop antimicrobial stewardship interventions in UK first‐opinion companion animal veterinary practice. The objectives were to identify behavioural targets for intervention and to understand how practice contexts influence these behaviours.
Ben Walker, Dan O'Neill, Huw Stacey, Dave Brodbelt   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Interactive hygiene training using free open source software

BMJ Open Quality
Objectives Regular hygiene trainings are an important way to refresh and improve knowledge about hygiene measures and the prevention of healthcare-associated infections. We aimed to develop an e-learning course to allow healthcare workers (HCWs) to learn
Jens Maschmann, Michael Eisenmann, Vera Rauschenberger, Sarah König, Manuel Krone   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Penicillin Allergy Assessment and Skin Testing in the Outpatient Setting [PDF]

, 2019
Penicillin allergies are among of the most commonly reported allergies, yet only 10% of these patients are truly allergic. This leads to potential inadvertent negative consequences for patients and makes treatment decisions challenging for clinicians ...
Avery, Lisa M., Bookstaver, P. Brandon, Justo, Julie Ann, Kufel, Wesley D.   +3 more
core   +3 more sources

Antimicrobial Stewardship in Pediatrics

Antibiotics
Since the discovery of antibiotics in the early 20th century, significant changes have occurred in their usage principles [...]
Radoslaw Jaworski, Katarzyna Dzierzanowska-Fangrat   +1 more
openaire   +3 more sources

Belgian bovine veterinarian practices and opinions on udder health‐related antimicrobial use and services

Veterinary Record, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Changing legislation regarding antimicrobial consumption (AMC) forces Flemish bovine veterinary practitioners (BVP) to rethink their business models and shift their on‐farm practices from curative to preventive. However, little is known about their current practices and opinions regarding antibiotic stewardship, mastitis treatment ...
Lien Creytens, Sofie Piepers, Sarne De Vliegher   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Effective antibiotic conservation by emergency antimicrobial stewardship during a drug shortage [PDF]

, 2016
We present the first description of an antimicrobial stewardship program (ASP) used to successfully manage a multi-antimicrobial drug shortage. Without resorting to formulary restriction, meropenem utilization decreased by 69% and piperacillin-tazobactam
Casabar, Ed, Durkin, Michael J, Hays, Amanda J, Hsueh, Kevin, Jafarzadeh, S. Reza, Krekel, Tamara, Lane, Michael A, Reyes, Maria, Ritchie, David J   +8 more
core   +2 more sources

‘Knowledge, attitudes and practices’ survey of Austrian veterinarians' antibiotic use in clinical practice

Veterinary Record, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a critical global health issue, with antimicrobial use (AMU) in veterinary medicine playing a relevant role in its emergence. This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes and practices of Austrian veterinarians regarding AMU and AMR.
Clair L. Firth, Patricia Mayer, Annemarie Käsbohrer, Tanja Tripolt, Klemens Fuchs   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Community pharmacist non-prescription dispensing of antimicrobials in the Eastern Mediterranean: regulations, implementation, and interventions

Journal of Global Antimicrobial Resistance
AIM: This study aims to critically analyze the existence and implementation of country regulations from the Eastern Mediterranean region (EMR) that aim to improve community pharmacist nonprescription dispensing of antimicrobials (CP-NPDA).
Nour Shamas, Coll de Lima Hutchison
doaj   +1 more source