The British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy (BSAC) is an inter-professional organisation with over 40 years of experience and achievement in antibiotic education, research and leadership and is dedicated to saving lives through appropriate use and development of antibiotics now and in the future.
BSAC publishes the Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy, the leading international journal in its field, and leads Antibiotic Action, a UK led global initiative that seeks to ensure effective antibiotics are researched, discovered and developed for all who need them.
The Society engages with a wide range of stakeholders to improve and promote understanding of antimicrobials, including peer organisations, parliamentarians, policy-makers, students and healthcare trainees, scientists, researchers and journalists.
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Join this six-week course designed for healthcare professionals to understand antibiotic resistance and learn about antimicrobial stewardship, a crucial approach to manage antibiotic use safely and effectively in healthcare settings.
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Dive into the world of Gram Negative Bacteria with our specialized course designed for healthcare professionals. This FutureLearn offering, in partnership with BSAC, equips you to tackle infections caused by these complex bacteria. Learn how to identify, diagnose, and treat gram negative bacterial infections effectively, ensuring better patient outcomes.
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Join this FutureLearn course led by the British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy to learn about Point Prevalence Surveys (PPS) – a vital tool in assessing and improving antibiotic prescribing practices. Explore the importance of measuring antibiotic use and how PPS can help fight antimicrobial resistance.
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Sumérgete en un curso especializado que te enseñará a utilizar los antimicrobianos de manera segura y efectiva, reduciendo así la resistencia a estos fármacos. Este curso está diseñado específicamente para profesionales de la salud y se enfoca en las prácticas actuales de administración antimicrobiana.
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Explore OPAT: a clinical service that allows patients with severe infections to be treated in an outpatient setting. This course will introduce you to the concept of Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT), covering roles within the team, patient management, and how OPAT can help avoid hospital admissions.
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Join our online course, TARGET Antibiotics – Prescribing in Primary Care, designed for healthcare professionals aiming to optimize antibiotic use and combat antimicrobial resistance. This course will equip you with practical strategies for prescribing antibiotics more effectively in primary care settings, ensuring patient safety and adherence while minimizing the risk of resistance development.
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Join this essential FutureLearn course to enhance your understanding of antimicrobial resistance in African settings and acquire practical skills to reduce its impact. Learn how to effectively manage antibiotics and contribute to the fight against one of Africa's most pressing public health challenges.
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Join our online course to delve into the world of antifungal stewardship and understand its vital role in healthcare. This course is designed for professionals who want to learn how to manage fungal diseases effectively and prescribe antifungal agents responsibly to ensure optimal patient care. Explore the impact of fungi on human health, treatment options, and strategies for responsible use of antifungals.
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Dive into an enlightening journey through the world of vaccines with our online course designed for healthcare professionals. Understand how vaccines work to prevent infectious diseases and learn about the critical role they play in reducing antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Gain insights from real-world case studies that highlight successful strategies in vaccine implementation.