Tag: #AntimicrobialStewardship

Get Ready for the Congress of the European Society of
 Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ESCMID)

ESCMID Global, the Congress of the European Society of
 Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases meeting promises to be a vibrant gathering of thought leaders in global infectious diseases clinical, basic, and translational research. We’re thrilled to highlight the brilliant presenters from our division, each contributing to the advancement of healthcare practices.

Apr 14, 2026

UNMC ID Division research featured at the ESCMID Global Congress, April 17–21, in Munich, Germany.

UNMC ID is getting ready for SHEA Spring 2026!

The SHEA Spring 2026 meeting promises to be a vibrant gathering of thought leaders in healthcare epidemiology and infection prevention. Held from April 7-10, 2026, in Chicago, IL, the event will feature groundbreaking research, innovative practices, and insightful discussions. We’re thrilled to highlight the brilliant presenters from our division, each contributing to the advancement of healthcare practices

Apr 3, 2026

SHEA Spring 2026 conference banner with theme ‘Defending Science, Protecting Patients,’ April 7–10, 2026, Chicago

Save the Date: Nebraska Infectious Diseases Conference 2026

Mark your calendars—Nebraska’s premier gathering for infectious disease professionals is back on Friday, August 28, 2026, at the Beardmore Event Center in Bellevue. This year brings something new: a fully co-hosted event uniting the Nebraska Infectious Diseases Society and Nebraska ASAP, combining the annual NIDS meeting with the Nebraska Antimicrobial Stewardship Summit.

Mar 10, 2026

Pharmacists in Infectious Diseases: Expertise, Partnership, Impact

Today, on National Pharmacist Day, we celebrate the incredible contributions of pharmacists to healthcare, and especially to our UNMC ID division. Pharmacists are not only medication experts; they are co-pilots for safe, effective, and equitable ID care. Their impact is especially visible in HIV care and antimicrobial stewardship, where the stakes are high and the […]

Jan 12, 2026

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Fast, Accurate, and Practical: Rapid AST for Gram-Negative Bacteremia

Timely and accurate antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) is critical for managing bloodstream infections, and delays in initiating appropriate therapy can lead to serious complications. Conventional phenotypic AST, while reliable, can take up to 72 hours to result, and this can mean the difference between recovery and deterioration. Read more about a recent journal club presentation discussing this further!

Jan 8, 2026

Automated antimicrobial susceptibility testing machine displaying an antibiogram chart, with three blood culture bottles and test tubes on a lab bench, and a microscope in the background

Antibiotic Awareness Week Call To Action: Our Role in Preserving Antibiotics for the Future

Why This Matters Antibiotics are one of the most powerful tools in modern medicine, but their effectiveness is under threat. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is rising globally, and without urgent action, common infections and routine procedures could become life-threatening. Clinicians are uniquely positioned to lead the fight against AMR, not only through prescribing decisions but also […]

Nov 25, 2025

Horizontal banner for U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week 2025 with text: ‘Fighting Antimicrobial Resistance Takes All of Us.’ Includes date November 18–24 and URL bit.ly/USAAW2025. Circular graphic on the right shows gears and figures using laptops and tablets, symbolizing collaboration.

Antibiotic Awareness Week: Advancing Health Equity in Antimicrobial Stewardship

Why Equity Matters in Stewardship Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global health crisis, but its impact is not evenly distributed. Vulnerable populations, especially those with limited access to healthcare, marginalized communities, and patients in resource-limited settings, face disproportionate risks. These disparities stem from systemic barriers, including unequal access to diagnostics, inconsistent prescribing practices, and language […]

Nov 24, 2025

Graphic for U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week, November 18–24, 2025, with the URL bit.ly/USAAW2025. Central circle reads ‘Fighting Antimicrobial Resistance Takes All of Us,’ surrounded by colorful gear icons and illustrations of people using laptops and tablets, symbolizing collaboration.

Antibiotic Awareness Week: What Clinicians Should Know about AMR in Our Environment

The Hidden Role of the Environment in Antimicrobial Resistance When we think about antimicrobial resistance (AMR), we often picture hospitals and clinics. But the environment—our water systems, soil, and even hospital wastewater—plays a critical role in spreading resistant organisms. Antibiotics and resistant bacteria can enter the environment through pharmaceutical manufacturing, agricultural runoff, and improper disposal […]

Nov 23, 2025

Graphic for U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week, November 18–24, 2025, with the URL bit.ly/USAAW2025. Central circle reads ‘Fighting Antimicrobial Resistance Takes All of Us,’ surrounded by colorful gear icons and illustrations of people using laptops and tablets, symbolizing collaboration.

Antibiotic Awareness Week: Collaborating Across Sectors to Combat AMR

Why Collaboration Matters Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is not confined to hospitals or clinics—it spans human health, animal health, and the environment. Resistant bacteria can move between people, animals, and ecosystems, making AMR a One Health issue. For clinicians, this means stewardship efforts must extend beyond prescribing practices to include partnerships across sectors. The One Health […]

Nov 22, 2025

Horizontal banner for U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week 2025 with text: ‘Fighting Antimicrobial Resistance Takes All of Us.’ Includes date November 18–24 and URL bit.ly/USAAW2025. Circular graphic on the right shows gears and figures using laptops and tablets, symbolizing collaboration.

Antibiotic Awareness Week: Advanced Strategies for Antibiotic Stewardship

Why Advanced Stewardship Matters Basic prescribing principles such as avoiding antibiotics for viral infections are essential, but they’re not enough to curb antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Hospitals and clinics need advanced stewardship strategies to optimize antibiotic use, improve patient outcomes, and reduce resistance rates. These strategies go beyond education and require system-level interventions supported by data […]

Nov 21, 2025

Graphic for U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week, November 18–24, 2025, with the URL bit.ly/USAAW2025. Central circle reads ‘Fighting Antimicrobial Resistance Takes All of Us,’ surrounded by colorful gear icons and illustrations of people using laptops and tablets, symbolizing collaboration.