Around a fifth of the Swiss population has taken antibiotics in the last twelve months.
Around a fifth of the Swiss population has taken antibiotics in the last twelve months. But what do the public know about these drugs and about the development of antibiotic resistance? Are antibiotics used correctly? A representative survey highlights the knowledge gaps that need to be addressed.
Link to: 2020 survey
How is antibiotic consumption evolving in Switzerland?
The federal government publishes a regular newsletter to keep the public updated on the implementation of the Swiss Strategy on Antibiotic Resistance (StAR).
Antibiotic resistance is a global problem
Antibiotic resistance is a global problem
Wound infections are complications that can occur following an operation, and delay healing.
In Canton Ticino, a pilot project is underway to eradicate Staphylococcus aureus genotype B, a pathogen that causes contagious udder infections in cows.
