Seasonal changes in outpatient antibiotic use significantly alter seasonal patterns of drug resistance
Monday, July 2, 2012 - 11:01
in Health & Medicine
A new study shows how seasonal changes in outpatient antibiotic use -- retail sales of antibiotics typically get a boost during the winter -- can significantly alter seasonal patterns of drug resistance. The findings suggest that hospital campaigns to reduce inappropriate antibiotic use should be coordinated with efforts in the broader community if they are to be most effective.