Publications by authors named "Andreia Novais"
Tackling antibiotic resistance-insights from eHealthResp's educational interventions.
NPJ Prim Care Respir Med
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- - Antibiotic resistance (AR) is a major global public health issue leading to hard-to-treat respiratory infections, highlighting the need for better prescription practices among healthcare professionals.
- - The eHealthResp project offers an online course and mobile app to educate healthcare providers about proper antibiotic use for upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs), showing positive outcomes for those who participated.
- - Study results indicate that primary care physicians and pharmacists utilized these digital tools effectively, with common cases indicating mild symptoms, suggesting a focus on managing self-limited infections, and emphasizing the need for broader participation and improved educational strategies.