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🌟ABX Guide: AFRICA region | Register 🌟 Register for the final regional event in the webinar series to launch the ABX Guide: an open-access antibiotic treatment-guide focused on pathogen-directed treatment for resource-constrained settings. This webinar will focus on the Africa region and will feature a talk from Prof. Natalie Schellack on "Making the case for patient safety in stewardship practices". 📆22 January 🕐 11.00 - 12.00 (CET) Register⬇ https://lnkd.in/e7B6EKrF This series of webinars delves into the relevance of the ABX Guide and the development process behind its treatment recommendations. We explore its application across various geographic regions, featuring speakers who highlight related projects and initiatives. Join us to engage with experts and stakeholders in the field, and contribute to advancing global health through informed antibiotic stewardship. #superbugs #infectiousdisease #clinicalmicro #healthcare #antibioticresistance #antibiotics #antimicrobialstewardship #antimicrobialresistance #antimicrobials #clinicalmicrobiology #globalhealth #publichealth

🎥 Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR): A Silent Threat We Can’t Ignore 🛑 I’m thrilled to share a project I worked on during World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) — a motion graphic campaign aimed at educating communities about the dangers of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and how we can combat it. 💬 The story highlights Chike, whose misuse of antibiotics could lead to stronger bacteria — the rise of superbugs. Through this engaging narrative, the video emphasizes: 1️⃣ ASK your doctor whether antibiotics are necessary. 2️⃣ VERIFY the prescription. 3️⃣ COMPLETE your dose to avoid resistance. This project wouldn’t have been possible without the support and sponsorship from: 🔹 One Health & Development Initiative One Health and Development Initiative 🔹 Stop Superbug Squad for AMR Communication Stop Superbugs Squad 🔹 Microbiology Society Microbiology Society 🔹 South Centre South Centre, Geneva As an African Youth Champion for AMR Communication, this campaign reflects my commitment to spreading awareness and inspiring action against AMR. Antibiotic misuse is a global threat, and it’s time we act responsibly to ensure these life-saving drugs remain effective for generations to come. 🙌 A big thank you to everyone who made this possible! Let’s keep the momentum alive in advocating for One Health and safeguarding global health. 📢 Watch, Share, Act! #AMR #WorldAntimicrobialAwarenessWeek #StopSuperbugs #OneHealth #Antibiotics #YouthChampions #PublicHealth #HealthAdvocacy #GlobalHealth #AntibioticAwareness #AMRCommunication #OneHealthDevelopmentInitiative #StopSuperbugSquad #MicrobiologySociety #SouthCentre #Videography

I am thrilled to share that I have participated in Sudan's National Antimicrobial Resistance Symposium, an initiative dedicated to combating one of the most pressing global health challenges of our time. The symposium provided a platform to discuss innovative strategies and collaborative efforts to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Experts from diverse fields shared their knowledge, emphasizing the importance of One Health, a concept that unites human, animal, and environmental health to address AMR effectively. Key Takeaways: 1-The need for responsible antimicrobial use in healthcare and agriculture. 2-Surveillance systems to monitor AMR trends globally. 3-The role of healthcare professionals in spreading awareness and promoting stewardship programs. 4-Collaborative research as a tool for developing new therapeutic approaches. Participating in such a high-impact event has strengthened my resolve to contribute toward mitigating AMR as a healthcare professional. I am excited to apply the insights I’ve gained to my future endeavors in pharmacy and public health. A huge thank you to the organizers for this opportunity and to the esteemed speakers for sharing their valuable expertise. Together, we can make a difference! #AntimicrobialResistance #OneHealth #HealthcareLeadership #Pharmacy #PublicHealth #AMR #Collaboration #ProfessionalDevelopment #GlobalHealth #microgen #microbiologysociety #pharmacists

We speak with Sara Soto, researcher at the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) about the problem of antibiotic resistance, its causes, and what is being done to combat it. Read this interesting interview about this essential topic in #PRBBellipse! #antibiotics #antibioticresistance #antimicrobials https://lnkd.in/dz_iZeuZ

The Global Antibiotic R&D Partnership (GARDP) and Bugworks Research Inc. are joining forces to develop BWC0977, a novel broad-spectrum antibiotic targeting multidrug-resistant bacteria responsible for life-threatening infections. GARDP will invest up to $20 million in this venture, granting them manufacturing and commercialization rights in 146 countries, primarily low- and middle-income (LMIC) nations. This innovative compound shows promise against critical pathogens like carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii and Klebsiella pneumoniae, which are major contributors to antimicrobial resistance-related deaths. This collaboration aims to ensure global access to effective treatments, addressing urgent public health needs. #AntibioticResistance #PowerOfAntibiotics Read more here ➡ https://bit.ly/4c8ffjd

The Lancet Series on AMR: 📡 Antimicrobial Resistance interventions exist. For low-middle income countries like South Africa, understanding context, barriers and facilitators to AMR strategies and understanding data on current interventions is key for further success in actionable AMR mitigation. 💡Increasing vaccine uptake, improving water & sanitation and optimizing antibiotic usage remain cornerstones in our efforts. Let's continue taking action. Read more about the series here 👇🏾: #Antibiotics #Antimicrobialresistance

Don't miss One Health Trust's Dr. Ramanan Laxminarayan in just one hour in this important conversation organized by Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) on The Lancet Series on Sustainable Antibiotic Access! The series includes bold but achievable #global antimicrobial resistance (AMR) control targets, 10-20-30 by 2030, and aims to address #AMR by advocating for actions to prevent infections (through #vaccines, improved #water, sanitation, and #hygiene), ensuring global access to affordable and effective #antibiotics, and highlighting the need for investment in innovative, affordable #treatments, vaccines, and #diagnostics. Date and Time: July 18, 3 p.m to 4 p.m (IST) Join here: https://ow.ly/ZepL50SEUtH Learn more about the impactful #targets laid out by the Lancet series authors and what should be considered ahead of the #UNGA2024 here: https://ow.ly/ycCY50SEUtI Other panelists include : Ms. Leena Menghaney of Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Dr. Yogesh Jain of Jan Swasthya Sahyog (JSS) Dr. Camilla Rodrigues of Hinduja Hospital Dr. Tanu Singhal of Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital

🗓️ Today is an important day in Infectious Diseases. It's the second United Nations High-Level Meeting on Antimicrobial Resistance. 🦠🔬 Antimicrobial resistance is a global health problem that has huge impact in patients outcomes and healthcare systems. AMR Accelerator program calls for urgent investment in new antimicrobial treatments. #amr #ipc #infectiousdiseases #research #antibiotics #vaccines

I have successfully completed the "Antibiotic Stewardship" course through Stanford University University via Coursera. This program provided critical insights into the responsible use of antibiotics, strategies to combat antimicrobial resistance, and best practices in healthcare to optimize treatment outcomes. The course equipped me with a deeper understanding of the importance of stewardship in clinical settings, as well as public health strategies to mitigate the global threat of antibiotic resistance. #AntibioticStewardship #HealthcareInnovation #PublicHealth #AntimicrobialResistance #ClinicalBestPractices #InfectionControl #MedicalEducation #HealthcareProfessionals #ResponsibleMedicine #StanfordOnline

In the second installment of the interview around the Equity in Antimicrobial Stewardship Efforts (EASE), the codevelopers of this framework, Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir PharmD, MPH and Jasmine R. Marcelin, MD, FACP, FIDSA discuss how to move forward with interventions and measuring success around them. https://lnkd.in/eMFq_m72