ArticleInternational journal of environmental research and public health2025
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding Antibiotic Use and Resistance: A Cross-Sectional Study from Oman.
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- Public knowledge, beliefs and behaviours related to antimicrobial resistance and antibiotics: a systematic review of studies in high-income countries.JAC-antimicrobial resistance · 2026Review
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aimThis study aims to evaluate knowledge levels, attitudes, and practices regarding antibiotic use and resistance among healthcare professionals and the public in Oman, and to identify gaps in antimicrobial stewardship awareness to inform evidence-based interventions.
methodsA comprehensive cross-sectional survey was conducted using a validated online questionnaire (
resultsAnalysis revealed that 130/239 (54.4%) of participants actively engaged in discussions about antimicrobial resistance, while 145/239 (60.7%) demonstrated awareness of the relationship between agricultural antibiotic use and human resistance patterns. Healthcare professionals showed strong adherence to best practices, with 81/84 (96.2%) emphasizing the importance of completing prescribed antibiotic courses and 76/84 (90.3%) considering resistance patterns in prescribing decisions. However, 133/239 (55.6%) of respondents reported experiencing antibiotic treatment failure.
conclusionsThis study revealed a moderate to high level of awareness about antibiotic use and resistance among participants. However, the high prevalence of reported treatment failure indicates a critical gap between awareness and practical outcomes. These findings suggest the need for targeted interventions, including enhanced professional development programs and comprehensive public education campaigns.
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