Publications by authors named "A Berger-Carbonne"
Objectives: Even though France faces few severe infections due to carbapenem-producing Enterobacterales (CPE), inter-regional epidemic stages render their dissemination a cause for considerable concern. CPE reporting relies in France on three non-exhaustive monitoring systems (MS): an early-alert system, a nationwide passive surveillance system and the National Reference Centre. We aim to estimate the number and incidence of CPE-related infections in France in 2020 and to identify any overlap between the three systems to determine whether their continued use still serves a purpose.
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- International organizations advocate for One Health approaches to combat antimicrobial resistance, but France's diverse surveillance programs complicate a comprehensive assessment of the current system.* -
- This study aimed to map and evaluate 48 French surveillance programs related to antibiotic resistance (ABR), antibiotic use (ABU), and antibiotic residues across human, animal, food, and environmental sectors, identifying integration points and gaps.* -
- Findings revealed extensive but fragmented surveillance with significant coverage of ABR programs, particularly in humans and animals, while highlighting underrepresented areas such as the environment and companion animals, aiming to inform policymakers and improve One Health strategies.*
Perceptions and attitudes about antibiotic resistance in the general public and general practitioners in France.
Antimicrob Resist Infect Control
October 2022
Background: During the last 20 years, France has taken important steps to tackle antibiotic resistance. These include national awareness campaigns for the general public, and supporting changes in terms of antibiotic prescription for healthcare practitioners. To prepare the upcoming 2022/2023 campaign, we conducted two surveys to assess (1) the general public's knowledge, attitudes and behaviours regarding antibiotics and (2) the perceptions and practices of general practitioners (GPs).
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