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eHealthResp, a Digital Intervention to Improve Antibiotic Prescribing in Respir...
Silva, Tânia; Estrela, Marta; Magalhães, Sandra; Simões, Catarina; Cachim, Afonso; Costa, Tainá; Crexinski, Gabriella; Almeida, MargaridaThe emergence of antibiotic resistance (ABR) is one of the most serious public health threats worldwide. The inappropriate use of antibiotics is considered the main determinant for the increase and development of ABR, contributing to a greater risk of therapeutic ineffectiveness, particularly within primary care context. Therefore, this pilot study aims to raise awareness and promote an adequate antibiotic use ...
Improving Pharmacists Awareness of Inadequate Antibiotic Use for URTIs through ...
Magalhães, Sandra; Estrela, Marta; Silva, Tânia; Costa, Tainá; Crexinski, Gabriella; Simões, Catarina; Almeida, Margarida; Figueiras, AdolfoThe inadequate use of antibiotics led to the development of multi-resistant bacteria that are now causing millions of deaths worldwide. Since most antibiotics are prescribed/dispensed to treat respiratory tract infections, it is important to raise awareness among health professionals to optimize antibiotic use, especially within the primary care context. Thus, this pilot study aimed to evaluate pharmacists' fee...