World Antimicrobial Awareness Week is just around the corner! Learn more about the importance of understanding antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and combating it through stewardship initiatives.
Honoring Healthcare Workers and Patients in Underserved Communities During National Health Center Week 2020
Community Health Centers serve as a beacon of strength, service, and care in their communities, providing nearly 30 million underserved patients with access to comprehensive, primary and preventive care.
The Most Trusted Professionals in the U.S.: How Nurses Can Impact Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs
In the past, the development of antimicrobial stewardship efforts mainly focused on prescribers and pharmacists. Today, as the threat of AMR increases, there is growing recognition of the need for efforts to also focus on other stakeholders in antibiotic use—particularly nurses
Infection Prevention Best Practices to Keep Patients Safe
It is estimated that one out of every twenty hospitalized patients will contract an HAI. These infections are a significant cause of illness and mortality, and are the source of serious economic consequences for the US health system each year.
World Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2020 Toolkit
Each year, healthcare organizations, schools, governments, companies, and communities around...
COVID-19 and Antimicrobial Resistance: Dual Health Threats
Each year, more than 700,000 people lose their lives to...