Why local antibiotic resistance data matters - Informing empiric prescribing through local data collation, app design and engagement in Zambia

• Main Authors: Sombo Fwoloshi (Author), Uchizi Chola (Author), Ruth Nakazwe (Author), Timothy Tatila (Author), Tebuho Mateele (Author), Mwewa Kabaso (Author), Theresa Muzyamba (Author), Ilunga Mutwale (Author), Anja St Clair Jones (Author), Jasmin Islam (Author), Enock Chikatula (Author), Aggrey Mweemba (Author), Wilson Mbewe (Author), Lloyd Mulenga (Author), Alexander M. Aiken (Author), J. Anitha Menon (Author), Sarah Lou Bailey (Author), Gwenan M. Knight (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Elsevier, 2023-12-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: Control of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) relies on local knowledge and local intervention implementation. Effective antibiotic stewardship requires locally-suitable prescribing guidelines. We aimed to use a novel digital tool (the ZARIApp) and a participatory approach to help develop lo...