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Encouraging good antimicrobial prescribing practice: A review of antibiotic prescribing policies used in the South East Region of England

Background Good prescribing practice has an important part to play in the fight against antimicrobial resistance. Whilst it was perceived that most hospitals and Health Authorities possessed an antibiotic policy, a…

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Updated Oct 29, 2026

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Antibiotics for coughing in general practice: a questionnaire study to quantify and condense the reasons for prescribing

Background Antibiotics are being overprescribed in ambulant care, especially for respiratory tract infections (RTIs). Gaining insight into the actual reasons for prescribing remains important for the design of effective…

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Updated Oct 29, 2026

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Variations in chemoprophylaxis for meningococcal disease: a retrospective case note review, analysis of routine prescribing data and questionnaire of general practitioners

Background Invasive meningococcal disease is a significant cause of mortality and morbidity in the UK. Administration of chemoprophylaxis to close contacts reduces the risk of a secondary case. However, unnecessary…

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Updated Oct 29, 2026