Antimicrobial resistance
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NICE guidelineNICE antibiotics for COPD exacerbations guideline
This concise summary covers what to be aware of when considering antimicrobials for an acute exacerbation of COPD to avoid unnecessary prescribing.
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PHE/DH/DWP guideline
NICE/PHE infection guideline
A clear and concise summary of NICE and PHE guidance on management of infection.
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Test and reflect
NICE guideline on antimicrobial prescribing for sore throat
This CPD activity consists of 6 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) designed to test your knowledge on the management of sore throat.
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NICE guideline
NICE sinusitis guideline
This summary of NICE guidance on diagnosing and managing acute sinusitis with or without antibiotic interventions includes a convenient visual summary
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NICE guideline
NICE sore throat guideline
When should you prescribe antibiotics for a sore throat? This concise summary includes an algorithm on appropriate prescribing
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News
NICE publishes guidance on antimicrobial prescribing for sore throat
NICE has published NICE Guideline 84 on antimicrobial prescribing for acute sore throat.
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NICE guideline
NICE guideline: antimicrobial stewardship strategies
This summary provides a useful overview of how to increase awareness on the appropriate use of antibiotics
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News
Antimicrobial resistance handbook published by PHE
Public Health England has published Antimicrobial resistance—resource handbook, which collates national resources on antimicrobial resistance, antimicrobial stewardship, and infection prevention and control.
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Independent professional body guideline
SAPG antimicrobial use in elderly patients guideline
A brief summary of the SAPG guidance on the use of antibiotics in older people.
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NICE guideline
NICE guideline: antimicrobial stewardship processes
This guideline summary covers the effective use of antimicrobials (including antibiotics) in children, young people, and adults.
