Awareness and Perceptions of Pharmacy Students Regarding ChatGPT in a sub-Saharan African Country, Zambia: Findings and Implications on the Education System DOI Creative Commons
Steward Mudenda, Webrod Mufwambi,

Ridge Samson Mwale

et al.

Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Dec. 17, 2024

Abstract Background Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool in many sectors including healthcare education. ChatGPT is widely used generative AI model among learners and teachers globally. In Zambia, there no information regarding the use of students. Therefore, this study assessed pharmacy students' perceptions at University Zambia. Methods This cross-sectional was conducted from February 2024 to May students Zambia using structured questionnaire. The questionnaire based on validated TAME-ChatGPT survey instrument determinants attitude usage health Perception four items grouped into single variable comprising primary measure dichotomized “positive” vs. “negative” perceptions. Results A total 385 responses were obtained, with 358 participants (93.0%) who heard before study, 303 (78.7%). univariate analyses, following factors significantly associated positive perception ChatGPT: low perceived risk (P=.009), anxiety (P=.010), high score technology/social influence (P<.001), latter factor being only influencing multivariate analysis (aOR: 2.908, 95% CI: 1.752–4.825). Regarding for use, usefulness significant (P=.013). Conclusions results showed widespread highlighting its increasing role part educational process. To better implement advanced education, academics universities must take account social readiness accept technology well emphasizing foster

Language: Английский

Community antibiotic consumption and associated factors in Lusaka district of Zambia: findings and implications for antimicrobial resistance and stewardship DOI Creative Commons

Maty Tsumbu Ngoma,

Doreen Chilolo Sitali, Steward Mudenda

et al.

JAC-Antimicrobial Resistance, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 6(2)

Published: March 5, 2024

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global public health crisis. This study assessed the general public's consumption of antibiotics and associated factors in Lusaka district Zambia.

Language: Английский

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Knowledge, awareness and practices of healthcare workers regarding antimicrobial use, resistance and stewardship in Zambia: a multi-facility cross-sectional study DOI Creative Commons
Steward Mudenda, Billy Chabalenge, Victor Daka

et al.

JAC-Antimicrobial Resistance, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 6(3)

Published: May 6, 2024

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a threat to public health globally. Despite its consequences, there is little information about the knowledge, awareness, and practices towards AMR among healthcare workers (HCWs). Therefore, this study assessed awareness regarding antimicrobial use (AMU), stewardship (AMS) HCWs who are involved in implementation of AMS activities across eight hospitals Zambia.

Language: Английский

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Antimicrobial resistance profiles of Escherichia coli isolated from clinical and environmental samples: findings and implications DOI Creative Commons
Maisa Kasanga, Doreen Mainza Shempela, Victor Daka

et al.

JAC-Antimicrobial Resistance, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 6(2)

Published: March 5, 2024

Abstract Background The overuse and misuse of antimicrobials has worsened the problem antimicrobial resistance (AMR) globally. This study investigated AMR profiles Escherichia coli isolated from clinical environmental samples in Lusaka, Zambia. Methods was a cross-sectional conducted February 2023 to June using 450 samples. VITEK® 2 Compact used identify E. perform susceptibility testing. Data analysis done WHONET 2022 SPSS version 25.0. Results Of samples, 66.7% (n = 300) were whereas 33.3% 150) Overall, 47.8% 215) (37.8% 10% environmental) tested positive for coli. 215 isolates, 66.5% MDR 42.8% ESBL-producers. Most isolates resistant ampicillin (81.4%), sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (70.7%), ciprofloxacin (67.9%), levofloxacin (64.6%), ceftriaxone (62.3%) cefuroxime (62%). Intriguingly, highly susceptible amikacin (100%), imipenem (99.5%), nitrofurantoin (89.3%), ceftolozane/tazobactam (82%) gentamicin (72.1%). Conclusions found high some antibiotics that are commonly humans. isolation ESBL-producing is public health concern requires urgent action. Therefore, there need instigate strengthen interventional strategies including stewardship programmes combat

Language: Английский

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The Burden of Antimicrobial Resistance in Zambia, a Sub-Saharan African Country: A One Health Review of the Current Situation, Risk Factors, and Solutions DOI Open Access
Steward Mudenda, Webrod Mufwambi,

Shafiq Mohamed

et al.

Pharmacology &amp Pharmacy, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 15(12), P. 403 - 465

Published: Jan. 1, 2024

Language: Английский

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The World Health Organization Access, Watch, and Reserve classification of antibiotics: an awareness survey among pharmacy professionals in a sub-Saharan country, Zambia DOI Creative Commons
Steward Mudenda,

McDonald David Wataya,

Webrod Mufwambi

et al.

Antimicrobial Stewardship & Healthcare Epidemiology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 4(1)

Published: Jan. 1, 2024

Antimicrobial stewardship programs are very essential in addressing the problem of drug-resistant infections. The WHO Access, Watch, and Reserve (AWaRe) classification antibiotics is monitoring rational use antibiotics. Therefore, this study evaluated awareness AWaRe among pharmacy professionals Zambia.

Language: Английский

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The global prevalence of antibiotic self-medication among the adult population: systematic review and meta-analysis DOI Creative Commons
Tigist Gashaw, Tesfaye Assebe Yadeta, Fitsum Weldegebreal

et al.

Systematic Reviews, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 14(1)

Published: Feb. 26, 2025

Antibiotic self-medication (ASM) is when a person takes antibiotics without prescription or consulting healthcare professional. These practices contribute to the misuse of medicines and antibiotic resistance which growing global health threat that can lead longer hospital stays, higher costs, increased mortality rates. Though various studies have been conducted on ASM in different countries, there has not yet systematic review comprehensively assesses problem entire globe. Hence, this meta-analysis aimed evaluate pooled prevalence reasons for its practice. A search electronic registers databases was PubMed, Medline, Embase, Scopus, Web Science, Google Scholar, gray literature including institutional repositories, national databases. It used carefully selected keywords indexing terms past ten years. The Joanna Briggs Institute's critical checklist extracted relevant data after appraisal. Narrative analysis descriptive while Comprehensive Meta-Analysis (CMA) Software analyze quantitative data. Statistics were look heterogeneity, publication bias, correlations. Sensitivity tests sub-group employed compare outcomes. p-value < 0.05 considered significant all cases. Seventy-one included meta-analysis. total number participants 63,251 with sample sizes ranging from 110 15,526. In primary outcomes, ranged 0.65 92.2%. globally 43.0% (95% CI: 38.0, 48.1%). high degree heterogeneity across shown I2 = 99.2%, p 0.001 assuming random effect model. subgroup analysis, highest 55.2% 47.2, 63.2) sub-Saharan Africa followed by Middle East, North Africa, Greater Arabia at 48.3% 38.3, 58.4), Europe 34.7% CI:18.0, 56.4), Asia 25.8% 18.6, 34.6). Students identified as major users 62.1% 53.7, 69.7). meta-regression showed coefficient 0.0365, -0.0117, -0.0001 year publication, recall time, size, respectively. Publication bias demonstrated asymmetrical distribution funnel plot, Eggers regression greater than (0.264). Moreover, knowledge (46.19% 27.99, 65.46)), previous successful experiences (39.13% 30.13, 48.93)), perceiving illness minor (38.10% 27.19, 50.37)) top three proportion practicing ASM. practice among African student users. experience most frequent reason reported. Educational level, gender, age often mentioned predictor factors. designing interventional approaches consider burdens target population tackle might benefit averting antimicrobial resistance.

Language: Английский

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Antimicrobial stewardship: Knowledge, attitudes and practices of healthcare providers in Eastern Uganda DOI Creative Commons
Jimmy Patrick Alunyo, Enid Kawala Kagoya, Jennika Virhia

et al.

Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: March 11, 2025

Abstract Introduction: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing global health threat exacerbated by inappropriate antimicrobial prescribing practices. In low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) like Uganda, additional challenges for effective stewardship include limited resources healthcare infrastructure. This study assessed current practices evaluated providers' knowledge, attitudes, related to (AMS) in Eastern Uganda. Methods A cross-sectional was conducted facilities across Data were collected through interviewer administered structured questionnaires. Results 240 respondents completed questionnaires from four Respondents 51.5% male, median age 33 years [IQR 28–38] with 6 of medical experience 4–10]. Clinical Officers constituted 22.5%, Medical Doctors 11.2%, Nurses 40.8%, Pharmacists 4.5%, other categories accounted 20.8%. Adherence national international guidelines on antibiotic use suboptimal high frequency broad-spectrum prescriptions. 75.4% the reported presence an control program within their facility. Most (83.3%) designated leader AMS at facility while 86.7% indicated that lead programmes facilities. 92.5% confirmed there policy place guide appropriate dosage duration treatments. Overall, 98.8% believed AMR significant concern 62.1% workloads negatively affect Conclusion The identifies gaps highlighting need improved programs, training, implementation.

Language: Английский

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Barriers to Effective Online Learning among Pharmacy Students in Zambia: Opportunities for Pedagogical Approach of Blended Learning DOI Open Access
Steward Mudenda

Creative Education, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 16(03), P. 401 - 416

Published: Jan. 1, 2025

Language: Английский

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Evaluation of knowledge and practices on antibiotic use: a cross-sectional study on self-reported adherence to short-term antibiotic utilization among patients visiting level-1 hospitals in Lusaka, Zambia DOI Creative Commons
Martin Kampamba,

Bubala Hamaambo,

Christabel Nang’andu Hikaambo

et al.

JAC-Antimicrobial Resistance, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 6(4)

Published: July 3, 2024

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global public health problem affecting healthcare systems. Short-term antibiotic non-adherence thought to be one of the factors contributing resistance. This study aimed evaluate knowledge and practices towards short-term use on self-reported adherence among patients visiting level-1 hospitals in Lusaka, Zambia.

Language: Английский

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Knowledge attitude and practice of antibiotic use among medical students in Bangladesh: A cross‐sectional study DOI Creative Commons
Atia Sharmin Bonna,

Sinthia Mazumder,

Ridwana Maher Manna

et al.

Health Science Reports, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 7(9)

Published: Aug. 30, 2024

Antibiotic misuse represent a significant global health challenge, with medical students positioned as key figures in promoting responsible antibiotic usage. This study investigates the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding use among Bangladesh, aiming to identify areas for targeted educational policy interventions.

Language: Английский

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