Antimicrobial use in hospitalized patients: a point prevalence survey across four tertiary hospitals in Niger.

Background: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global threat to public health. Misuse or overuse of antimicrobials contributes to the emergence of AMR. Data on antimicrobial prescribing represent the cornerstone for guiding antimicrobial stewardship strategies.

A Fatal Case of COVID-19 in an Infant with Severe Acute Malnutrition Admitted to a Paediatric Ward in Niger.

While there have been very few fatal cases, SARS-CoV-2 has been reported in paediatric patients. This study aims to describe a fatal case of COVID-19 in a child with severe acute malnutrition. The eight-month-old child presented with fever, diarrhoea, and difficulty in breathing.