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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR)
AMR develops when bacteria, fungi or viruses are exposed to antibiotics, antifungals or antivirals. As a result, the antimicrobials become ineffective and infections may persist. In addition, medical interventions including surgery, chemotherapy and stem cell therapy may become impossible.
AMR is considered the biggest global threat of Health and Food Safety.
AMR Insights
For Healthcare professionals who wish to prevent Antimicrobial resistance, AMR Insights offers selected, global information and data, specific education and extensive networking and partnering opportunities.
AMR Insights is for:
- Medical Microbiologists, Infectiologists and other specialists
- General Practitioners, Pharmacists
- Infection Prevention Experts and nurses
- Medical Docters and Caretakers in nursing homes
- Managers and Labtechnicians of Microbiological Laboratories.
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08 July 2024Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) and Dentistry: A lethal connect
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a significant global health challenge, particularly in dentistry where antibiotics are a primary tool. However, overuse and misuse of antibiotics contribute to the spread of AMR. The lack of timely antibiotic culture and susceptibility tools accelerates the spread of resistance. To combat AMR, it is crucial to increase surveillance, understand the […]
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02 July 2024A qualitative study on factors influencing health workers’ uptake of a pilot surgical antibiotic prophylaxis stewardship programme in selected Georgian hospitals
The study explores the behavioural determinants of surgical teams’ ASP uptake in five hospitals where the ASP was introduced or about to be introduced. Results show that epidemiologists and nurses at ASP-introduced hospitals exhibited higher AMR knowledge and felt ASP participation boosted confidence. Interprofessional collaboration on SAP prescribing supported ASP uptake across teams, and investment […]
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02 July 2024Culture of Cultures: A Small Step Towards Augmenting Diagnostic Stewardship
A hospital-based clinical audit within the Department of General Medicine focused on antimicrobial stewardship (AMSP) to evaluate practices and identify areas for improvement. The audit identified strategic opportunities to optimize prescription patterns, reduce unwarranted antimicrobial use, and enhance adherence to guidelines. Targeted interventions, including educational initiatives and performance feedback, resulted in a significant enhancement of […]
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