A cross-sectional study evaluating the knowledge and beliefs about, and the use of antibiotics amongst medical students in Malaysia.
CONCLUSION: This study has identified a concerning low knowledge about antibiotics amongst some Malaysian university students, which is reflected in use of unprescribed antibiotics and a lack of adherence to treatment. University students will often be the future leaders of a country and will therefore act as role models in their communities. This study has identified a need for widespread educational interventions for students regarding antibiotic usage and resistance issues so that their future behaviors do not undermine healthcare initiatives.
PMID: 30761920 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Expert Review of Anti-Infective Therapy - Category: Infectious Diseases Tags: Expert Rev Anti Infect Ther Source Type: research
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