World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week (WAAW) https://www.safetyandquality.gov.au/our-work/antimicrobial-stewardship/world-amr-awareness-week

World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week (WAAW) is a global campaign held annually from 18 to 24 November to raise awareness of AMR and encourage best practice among the public, One Health stakeholders and policy makers. The World Health Organization identifies AMR among the top 10 global health threats and Australia has developed a National AMR Strategy to address this issue at a national level.

The theme for 2024 is ‘Educate. Advocate. Act now.’, which calls on the global community to educate stakeholders on AMR, advocate for bold actions and take concrete actions in response to AMR.

This year also marks the 10th anniversary of the release of the Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS) Clinical Care Standard – the first Clinical Care Standard developed by the Commission.
AMS remains critical strategy in Australia’s effort to prevent the development of resistance by promoting appropriate use of antimicrobials.

The Commission has updated a range of resources to support health service organisations participate in WAAW. For more information, visit https://www.safetyandquality.gov.au/our-work/antimicrobial-stewardship/world-amr-awareness-week