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A-Z Listing of ACDC Program Topics
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Preventing and Controlling Antibiotic Resistance
Antibiotic overuse and misuse has consequently made antibiotics become less effective,
and in some cases ineffective, against bacterial infections (referred to as
“antibiotic resistance”). In an effort to address the public health problem of
antibiotic resistance, the Acute Communicable Disease Control Program (ACDC) conducts
education and surveillance activities and provides the latest news and resources for
consumers and clinicians to promote appropriate use of antibiotics. Online access to
journal links may require subscription. Copies of articles may be obtained from your
local public or college library. The Acute Communicable Disease Control Program does
not provide copies of journal articles. Updates
- AWARE Toolkit: Materials from the California Medical Association Foundation in promoting appropriate antibiotic use (www.aware.md, December 2007)
- European Surveillance of Antimicrobial Consumption (ESAC): outpatient antibiotic use in Europe, 1998-2005 (Eurosurveillance, October 2007)
- Strategies to Address Antimicrobial Resistance Act: Support legislation (IDSA, September 2007)
Free Materials: Antibiotic resistance education brochures in English or Spanish. To order, call 213-240-7941.
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New Journal Articles
Prevent Antimicrobial Resistance in Healthcare Settings
Updated Materials (Prescription Pads & Day Care Letters) for Providers
What Physicians Can Do in Controlling Antibiotic Resistance
