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Ways to reduce the need for antibiotics in animals

Objective(s)
To reduce the need for antibiotics in animals by promoting prevention, early detection, and responsible treatment, to preserve antibiotic efficacy and combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
Target audience
Veterinarians and those working in animal health
Farmers and food producers
Farmers and livestock producers
Policy-makers and government authorities
Campaign Scope
International
Communication Channels Used
websites/blogs
Campaign Material(s)
Infographic
Website content
Roadmap
Key messages
Antibiotics are critical, but should be preserved for when truly needed.
Reducing need is more effective than simply reducing use.
Veterinarians play a central role in AMR mitigation.
The animal health sector is actively addressing AMR, often unnoticed.
Action must focus on prevention, detection, and responsible treatment.
Campaign Focus
Animal health
One Health
Campaign Setting
Online
Use of Scientific Evidence
Implicit Evidence-Based Messaging
Visual and Symbolic Elements
Animals
Medication
Educational model applied
Transmissive
Content Complexity Level
Intermediate
Content accessibility
No
Diversity and Inclusion
No
Involvement of Vulnerable Groups
No
Cultural Sensitivity and Contextualization
Yes
Continuity strategy
One-off campaign
Replicability
Yes
Content usage license
Free
Campaign Status
Active
Identified gaps
Credibility assumed due to source, no references
Accessible formats for visually impaired users not provided
Campaign timeline information incomplete or missing
Interactive features not included
Feedback or audience involvement not visible
Reporting on results or impact not found
Outreach activities not documented
Lessons learned
Tailoring content to specific groups (e.g., parents, seniors, teens) may enhance impact.
A central campaign hub or website can improve discoverability and consistency.
Labelling a “Resources” section may help users find and use materials more easily.
Identified biases
Digital Access Bias
Digital Literacy Bias
Disability Accessibility Bias
Educational Bias
Evaluation Absence Bias
Involvement Bias
Identified Weaknesses
Limited feedback loop
Limited accessibility
Limited reach / Single channel
Not found measurable outcomes or evaluation plan
Identified Strengths
Easy to locate materials
Call to Action
Dedicated website or online portal
Identified Strengths
Some materials in other languages