To celebrate 25 years of promoting best practice in healthcare, we have teamed up with Antibiotic Research UK in a partnership to help raise awareness of antibiotic resistance.
Antibiotic Research UK (ANTRUK) is the world’s first charity created to fight antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections through research, education and patient support.
Antimicrobial stewardship resource hub
We have brought together all our resources to support you in your knowledge of antibiotic resistant infections, antimicrobial prescribing, and stewardship. You can also find information on ANTRUK’s patient support and information programme, and details of how to take part in their annual fundraiser, 'The Great British Tea Party'.
Stay focused on infection control to anticipate the next crisis
Lauren Hurley explores how a renewed awareness of the importance of infection prevention and control should be maintained to manage future challenges
Key learning points: updated NICE guidance on managing long COVID
Dr Claire Davies identifies seven key learning points for primary care on managing long-term effects of COVID-19
Adopt a stepped approach to atopic eczema management
Dr Caroline Ward discusses NICE recommendations on the treatment of atopic eczema, focusing on eczema complicated by bacterial or viral infection
Understanding and overcoming COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy
Dr Claire Davies explores reasons underlying, and methods of addressing, reluctance to receive COVID-19 vaccination
Bites and stings: when to prescribe an antibiotic
Dr Caroline Ward summarises recommendations from two NICE antimicrobial prescribing guidelines for insect bites and stings, and human and animal bites
Test and reflect
Our multiple-choice questions (MCQs) are designed to help you test your knowledge and reflect on your learning after reading an article.