Fostering behaviour change in farm veterinary practice: 'champion' goal-setting and implementation considerations for antimicrobial stewardship.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

The use of antimicrobials in human and animal health care settings is considered a major driving force behind the emergence of antimicrobial resistance, encouraging a focus on evidence-based interventions aimed at promoting behaviours aligned with antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) ideals within both sectors. The Arwain complex intervention within Wales established peer networks of 'Veterinary Prescribing Champions' (VPCs) within and between Welsh veterinary practices to facilitate AMS training, support and activity. This study evaluates AMS goal setting and implementation within continuously engaged Arwain veterinary practices (n = 34) between 2020 and 2024.

Methods

Descriptive quantitative analysis of Practice Action Plans (2020, 2024) and sel

SUBMITTER: Bard AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12551451 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature