Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness and Games

Trends Microbiol. 2019 Jan;27(1):1-3. doi: 10.1016/j.tim.2018.09.007. Epub 2018 Oct 13.

Abstract

Antibiotic resistance is an increasingly global problem that requires different approaches to be undertaken. This article argues that games could be used to complement existing antibiotic-resistance awareness campaigns as they have several characteristics that could help people engage with information.

Keywords: antibiotic stewardship; antimicrobial resistance; awareness; computer games.

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Infective Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Awareness*
  • Drug Resistance, Microbial*
  • Drug Utilization / standards*
  • Global Health*
  • Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
  • Humans

Substances

  • Anti-Infective Agents