Factors associated with the use of antibiotics for children presenting with illnesses with fever and cough obtained from prescription and non-prescription sources: a cross-sectional study of data for 37 sub-Saharan African countries

• Hauptverfasser: Meklit Melaku Bezie (VerfasserIn), Zufan Alamrie Asmare (VerfasserIn), Hiwot Altaye Asebe (VerfasserIn), Afework Alemu Lombebo (VerfasserIn), Bezawit Melak Fentie (VerfasserIn), Angwach Abrham Asnake (VerfasserIn), Beminate Lemma Seifu (VerfasserIn)
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• Veröffentlicht: BMC, 2024-04-01T00:00:00Z.
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Abstract Introduction Fever and cough in under-five children are common and predominately self-limiting illnesses. Inappropriate prescribing of antibiotics in sub-Saharan Africa is a significant public health concern. However, prescription sources and use among children with fever or cough have not...