Abstract
Antibiotic resistance is a complex issue with multiple causes, and there are many roles to play in addressing it. As part of its response, the Public Health Agency of Canada is launching a pilot antibiotic awareness campaign for Canadian families and health care professionals. Coinciding with Antibiotic Awareness Week, starting on November 17, 2014, the goal of this campaign is to improve knowledge and awareness of antibiotic resistance in Canada. To achieve this, the Agency has developed a suite of resources for both Canadian families and health care providers featuring a variety of key messages explaining antibiotic resistance, why it is important, and how to reduce the risks associated with it. Resources for Canadian families include an online informational video, an educational brochure, and infographics for both adults and children. Resources for health care professionals include two online Continuing Medical Education Modules, a letter that physicians can sign and provide to parents explaining why an antibiotic was not prescribed, and two webinars to present trends in antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and antimicrobial use. Health professionals will also receive an electronic postcard and a bilingual campaign poster. Promoting the campaign messages and using these campaign resources will support health professionals in discussions about antibiotic resistance with their patients or clients, and in their continuing efforts to be part of the solution in addressing this important global health challenge.
Highlights
Antibiotic resistance is a growing health concern around the world that threatens our ability to effectively treat many illnesses and infections (1)
Antibiotic Awareness Week is recognized in Canada and internationally
Canada has already seen positive changes in prescribing practices aimed at curbing antimicrobial resistance (3)
Summary
Antibiotic resistance is a growing health concern around the world that threatens our ability to effectively treat many illnesses and infections (1). This is a complex issue with multiple causes, and there are many roles to play in addressing it. The Public Health Agency of Canada (the Agency) leads the Government of Canada’s response to the issue of antibiotic resistance in Canada. Part of this response includes the development and launch of a pilot antibiotic awareness campaign for Canadian families and health care professionals. The purpose of this article is to brief health care professionals about the Agency’s campaign and associated resources
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