Education level and misuse of antibiotics in the general population: a systematic review and dose–response meta-analysis
05 February 2022
Numerous studies evaluated the association of education level with misuse of antibiotics by the general population, yet divergent findings were reported. Therefore, a meta-analysis was conducted to summarize this association.
Individuals misuse antibiotics irrespective of their education level. Intervention programs to enhance the proper use of antibiotics should target all communities independent of their education level.
Further reading: Antimicrobial Resistance & Infection Control
Author(s): Narmeen Mallah, Nicola Orsini, Adolfo Figueiras & Bahi Takkouche
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