Antibiotics: be responsible The ability of bacteria to resist the action of an antibiotic has become a recognised global problem. Antibiotic resistance severely limits the number of antibiotics available for the treatment of diseases. Read more
Antibiotic resistance: How does antibiotic resistance spread? Humans and animals do not become resistant to antibiotic treatments, but the bacteria they carry can. This infographic shows how the process develops. Read more
Antibiotic resistance: Growing resistance to last-line antibiotics Carbapenems are a major last-line class of antibiotics to treat bacterial infections. Read more
Animation: Infection prevention in hospitals: a shared responsibility This short animation sheds light on the causes, consequences, and most importantly, how we can prevent healthcare-associated infections. Read more
ECDC press conference - European Antibiotic Awareness Day 2024 This press conference marked the European Antibiotic Awareness Day 2024. Read more
Press conference: World Hand Hygiene Day 2024 Marking World Hand Hygiene Day, ECDC released the latest data on healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and antimicrobial use in European hospitals. Read more
European Antibiotic Awareness Day 2022 - launch event To mark the 15th European Antibiotic Awareness Day, ECDC hosted a launch event with the theme “Preventing Antimicrobial Resistance Together”, an acknowledgement and reminder that keeping antibiotics working is everyone’s responsibility. Read more
Antibiotic Resistance - What can you do as a healthcare specialist? We are facing the possibility of a future where antibiotics will no longer be effective due to the antimicrobial resistance. This video explains what healthcare specialists can do to prevent this. Read more
How does antibiotic resistance spread? Humans and animals do not become resistant to antibiotic treatments, but the bacteria they carry can. This video shows how the process develops. Read more
Take care, not antibiotics The over-use and misuse of antibiotics leads to antimicrobial resistance. If you have a cold or flu, take care, not antibiotics. Read more
Antibiotics don't cure colds Follow your doctor's advice: take care, not antibiotics. Watch the European Awareness Day video Read more
1/6 of Europeans are not aware that the misuse of antibiotics makes them less effective Antibiotic-resistant bacteria are a danger to us all because they cause infections that are difficult to treat. Read more
