UK initiatives to reduce antimicrobial resistant infections, 2013-2018
International Journal of Health Governance
ISSN: 2059-4631
Article publication date: 5 September 2016
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to highlight the local, national and global actions from the UK to reduce the impact of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) on human health.
Design/methodology/approach
Synthesis of UK government policy, surveillance and research on AMR.
Findings
Activities that are taking place by the UK government, public health and professional organisations are highlighted.
Originality/value
This paper describes the development and areas for action of the UK AMR strategy. It highlights the many interventions that are being delivered to reduce antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistant infections.
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Acknowledgements
Susan Hopkins is affiliated with the National Institute for Health Research Health Protection Research Unit (NIHR HPRU) in Healthcare Associated Infection and AMR at Imperial College London and with the NIHR HPRU in HCAI and AMR at the University of Oxford. The views expressed are those of the author and not necessarily those of the NHS, the NIHR, the Department of Health or PHE.
Citation
Hopkins, S. (2016), "UK initiatives to reduce antimicrobial resistant infections, 2013-2018", International Journal of Health Governance, Vol. 21 No. 3, pp. 131-138. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJHG-02-2016-0013
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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