Community Antimicrobial Use
Antimicrobial use is a key factor in the development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
Antimicrobial use is a key factor in the development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
Aged care homes are important settings to better understand both antimicrobial resistance and antimicrobial use. Reports to date indicate that high levels of inappropriate antimicrobial prescribing and use occur in these settings, providing opportunities for improved antimicrobial prescribing.