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Home Blog South Africa Antimicrobial Resistance Strategy Framework of 2018-2024

Tag: South Africa Antimicrobial Resistance Strategy Framework of 2018-2024

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Antibiotic resistance is putting SA’s newborns at risk

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Experts say bacterial infections are responsible for more infant deaths than is generally recognised, and things may get worse as more of the bugs become resistant to commonly used antibiotics. Sue Segar asked local experts about this growing threat to newborns.

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Antibiotic resistance is putting SA’s newborns at risk

‘Access not excess’ key to reducing antibiotic resistance in SA

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Antibiotics play a vital role in the management of bacterial infections, reducing illness, and preventing many deaths. Tiyese Jeranji looks at how antimicrobial resistance plays out in South Africa and the role of pharmacists in the fight against it.

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‘Access not excess’ key to reducing antibiotic resistance in SA

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