There are serious concerns with rising antimicrobial resistance (AMR) across countries
increasing morbidity, mortality and costs. These concerns have resulted in a plethora of …

Background Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a threat to public health globally. Despite
its consequences, there is little information about the knowledge, awareness, and practices …

The issue of antibiotic resistance represents a significant threat that extends beyond human
health, encompassing animal welfare and the sustainability of the natural environment. The …

Background An appropriate antimicrobial use (AMU) surveillance system provides critical
data and evidence on which antimicrobial stewardship interventions are based. However …

Background Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global public health problem that is fuelled
by the inappropriate prescribing of antibiotics, especially those from the 'watch'and …

Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) programs are part of the key activities that contribute to
reducing antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Good knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) …

Background Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) programs are critical in combating
antimicrobial resistance (AMR). In Zambia, there is little information regarding the capacity of …

Objective Inappropriate use of antibiotics is a major driver of antibiotic resistance. A few
studies conducted in Africa have documented that about half of hospitalised patients who …

Background Appropriate antimicrobial use is essential for antimicrobial stewardship (AMS).
Ugandan hospitals are making efforts to improve antibiotic use, but improvements have not …

Background Indiscriminate use of antibiotics leads to antibiotic resistance (AMR) and results
in mortality, morbidity, and financial burden. Antibiotic stewardship programs (ASPs) with …