Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance: A Social Science Approach
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What you will learn:
- What is social science and why do we need a social science perspective for tackling antimicrobial resistance (AMR)?
- Insights on implementing antimicrobial stewardship to tackle AMR across different settings
- Introduction to realist review
- Introduction to ethnography
- Introduction to implementation science
Pop up stands at St Mary’s and White City Place raise AMR awareness for World Antimicrobial Awareness Week
To mark World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) in November, HPRU collaborated with colleagues from the Fleming Centre initiative to increase awareness about Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR).
The events under the banner of "Preventing Antimicrobial Resistance Together" engaged patients and the public, shedding light on the global threat of AMR and encouraging individuals to understand their role in addressing it. Attendees experienced a vivid portrayal of the delicate balance between modern medicine and antibiotics through our immersive Jenga game. Additionally, we conducted a brief voting game to gather insights into the online purchase of antibiotics, contributing to an ongoing study. This initiative received support from Master's students at City University, situated at St Mary's Hospital. This voting game saw almost 100 participants take part across both days. As a token of appreciation, participants were invited to enter a prize draw for a chance to win £100 Amazon vouchers.
Meanwhile, the Fleming group spearheaded an activity inviting the public to rename AMR and express what it signifies to them. Both days were immensely successful, fostering engaging conversations among researchers and the public about AMR and their collective role in addressing this critical issue.
WAAW round up
Last week saw our researchers share their thoughts and reflections on AMR in a series of blogs for the Institute of Infection:
- Drug Resistance – In conversation with Dr Frances Davies and Dr Elita Jauneikaire AMR: Drug Resistance - In conversation with Dr Frances Davies and Dr Elita Jauneikaite - Institute of Infection (imperial.ac.uk)
- Precision prescribing and antibiotics decision-making – in conversation with Dr Tim Rawson and Dr Nina Zhu AMR: Precision prescribing and antibiotics decision-making - in conversation with Dr Timothy Rawson and Dr Nina Zhu - Institute of Infection (imperial.ac.uk)
- Diagnostics – In conversation with Dr Jesus Rodriguez Manzano AMR: Diagnostics - In conversation with Dr Gerald Larrouy- Maumus and Dr Jesus Rodriguez Manzano - Institute of Infection (imperial.ac.uk)
In a blog post, the Young Producers shared their insights and experiences collaborating with our researchers to co-produce activities related to Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) for Imperial Lates and the Great Exhibition Road Festival. They provided valuable perspectives on their understanding of AMR and their engagement in these events. World Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2023: Hear from our young producers - DoID Staff Blog (imperial.ac.uk)
Papers:
Dr Elita Jauneikaite had a series of paper published in Lancet Microbe https://www.thelancet.com/series/amr-genomics
Article by Dr Tim Rawson on how precision antibiotic use can tackle AMR in Global Cause https://www.globalcause.co.uk/antibiotic-resistance/precision-antibiotic-use-to-tackle-antimicrobial-resistance/?utm_source=ImperialCollegeLondon&utm_medium=clie
Read REFORM Scholar Dr Tim Rawson’s publication about Smart prescribing: harnessing technology in the fight against AMR - REFORM
Our Public Partner Fran Husson took part in a Q&A video talking about "antimicrobial conservation" and her role with us and ESPAUR https://youtu.be/QW17bg3hgpQ
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