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Chapter II

Empowering Students for Responsible Antibiotic Use
WAAW 2023

Recognizing the critical importance of antimicrobial stewardship, the Faculty of Pharmacy at

Mansoura National University took a proactive approach in empowering its students during
the World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week (WAAW) 2023. Beyond the student-led
awareness campaigns, the faculty played a pivotal role in organizing specialized workshop
to equip the next generation of pharmacists with the knowledge and skills needed to promote
responsible antibiotic use.
The workshops delved deep into the complex issue of antimicrobial resistance, providing
students with a comprehensive understanding of the underlying causes, the global impact, and
the potential solutions. Through interactive presentations, case studies, and hands-on activities,
students were able to explore the role of healthcare professionals, including pharmacists, in
addressing this growing public health challenge. The workshop emphasized the importance of
evidence-based prescribing practices, patient education, and the implementation of antimicrobial
stewardship programs – key strategies that the Faculty of Pharmacy is committed to instilling in
its students. By equipping the next generation of pharmacists with the knowledge and skills to
effectively manage and monitor antibiotic use, the faculty is playing a pivotal role in empowering
its students to become champions of antimicrobial stewardship, poised to make a lasting impact
in their communities and the healthcare industry as a whole.

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