Short-Term Exposure to Ambient Air Pollution and Antimicrobial Use for Acute Respiratory Symptoms

An observational study showing that short‑term increases in ambient air pollution are associated with higher antimicrobial use for acute respiratory symptoms in primary care populations.

Educational Objectives

Educational Aim:

To examine the relationship between short-term ambient air pollution exposure and antimicrobial use for acute respiratory symptoms, and its implications for clinical practice and public health.

Educational Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module practitioners should have a clear understanding of:

1. The association between air pollution exposure and antimicrobial prescribing for acute respiratory symptoms./li>
2. The potential impact of environmental factors on antimicrobial use and stewardship./li>
3. Public health and clinical implications of air pollution-related respiratory illness./li>

Instructions for this Module

• Read the supplied reading material and complete the quiz that follows;
• You have three attempts to pass the quiz;
• The pass grade is 70%;
• You need to pass the quiz to claim your CPD certificate;
• Please click on the CPD certificate link below to claim your CPD certificate and to update your CPD Manager.

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