Here you will find all our clinical education resources from articles to recorded webinars, all supporting equitable access to funded medicines.
World AMR Awareness Week occurs 18-24 November every year and aims to improve understanding of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Our short article looks at this year's theme and provides information and resources that can be used all year round.
With coughs and colds doing the rounds, the He Ako Hiringa Virus Action Plans can help manage patient expectations for antibiotics. Read this microlearning to learn more.
Manage patient expectations for antibiotics with our Virus Action Plans for adults and children. These concise, editable information sheets help to reinforce when symptomatic and supportive care is the best medicine for your patient.
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For uncomplicated lower UTIs, often referred to as cystitis, using the right antibiotic for the right duration is the best way to ensure appropriate, effective treatment and avoid development of antimicrobial resistance. This case study illustrates the recommended treatment for a symptomatic, uncomplicated UTI.
Despite limited indications, amoxicillin + clavulanic acid remains the second most used antibiotic in Aotearoa after amoxicillin. Inappropriate use of antibiotics may stem partly from meeting patient expectations for treatment. Read our case study to find out more.
Episode six of our Legendary Conversations podcast continues our discussion with Lauren Smith, senior practice fellow at the University of Otago School of Pharmacy. In this episode, Lauren uses an impetigo case study to clarify the appropriate use of topical antibiotics.
This piece of microlearning supports the use of topical antiseptics rather than topical antibiotics for common, minor skin infections.
Episode five of our Legendary Conversations podcast focuses on the appropriate use of antibiotics for uncomplicated urinary tract infection. Lauren Smith, senior practice fellow at the University of Otago School of Pharmacy, uses a case study to discuss the current recommendations for UTI treatment.
This piece of microlearning explores the importance of antimicrobial stewardship in Aotearoa New Zealand.
This video is a recording of the live webinar hosted by He Ako Hiringa on 22 November 2022. Dr Sharon Gardiner and associate professor Matire Harwood highlight the importance of antimicrobial stewardship in New Zealand.
This editable PDF helps you to delve into the EPiC data, contemplate your prescribing, reflect on your current practice, and set goals and actions.
*New audit section*
An additional audit/CQI section allows you or your practice team to repeat the process, completing activities that may be used for Foundation Standard or the Cornerstone CQI or Equity modules.
Antimicrobial resistance presents an imminent threat to the future of New Zealanders’ wellbeing and access to effective, safe healthcare. This article describes initiatives for improving antimicrobial stewardship, the New Zealand antimicrobial prescribing landscape as it stands, and actions that can be taken immediately in primary care.