Public knowledge and attitudes towards antibiotic use across England - pre- and post-pandemic.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Antibiotic misuse is a major preventable driving factor for antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Most antibiotics are prescribed in primary care where demand for consultations for common self-limiting infections is greatest, meaning public knowledge may influence antibiotic prescribing. This study aims to explore how public knowledge of and attitudes towards antibiotics have changed over time.

Methods

Ipsos conducted interviews as part of routine surveys across England in 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2024. Random and quota sampling were used to ensure a representative sample. Questionnaire responses were weighted to ensure the results are broadly representative of the population. Pearson's Chi-squared test was used to test for differences in proportions across levels of catego

SUBMITTER: Gilham E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12639946 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature