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We need you to handle antimicrobials with care

Objective(s)
Promote responsible and prudent use of antimicrobials in animals.
Encourage stakeholders to actively participate in the containment of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
Reinforce the role of veterinary services and pharmaceutical industries in antimicrobial stewardship.
Support implementation of OIE international standards.
Target audience
Veterinarians and those working in animal health
Pharmaceutical and food industry representatives
Campaign Scope
International
Communication Channels Used
Printed materials
Campaign Material(s)
Leaflets
Key messages
Implement surveillance and regulation of antimicrobial use.
Promote good governance, diagnostic capacity, and robust animal health systems.
Build awareness among stakeholders and provide training to veterinary field staff.
Collaborate with human health sectors in a One Health approach.
Market veterinary antimicrobials responsibly and avoid promoting misuse.
Support training initiatives and participate in information campaigns on responsible use.
Monitor distribution channels to prevent over-the-counter misuse of antimicrobials.
Collaborate with regulatory authorities and contribute to coordinated global AMR efforts.
Campaign Focus
Animal health
Campaign Setting
Online
professional networks
Use of Scientific Evidence
Implicit Evidence-Based Messaging
Visual and Symbolic Elements
Animals
Educational model applied
Transmissive
Content Complexity Level
Specialized
Content accessibility
No
Diversity and Inclusion
No
Involvement of Vulnerable Groups
No
Cultural Sensitivity and Contextualization
Yes
Continuity strategy
One-off campaign
Campaign Start Year
2017
Replicability
Yes
Content usage license
Free
Campaign Status
Inactive with live site
Identified gaps
Credibility assumed due to source, no references
Accessible formats for hearing impaired users not provided
Accessible formats for visually impaired users not provided
No adaptation for different age groups
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section not included
Interactive features not included
Feedback or audience involvement not visible
Reporting on results or impact not found
Outreach activities not documented
Funding details not disclosed.
Single-language with a focused national audience
Lessons learned
Multilingual materials may reach more diverse communities.
Tailoring content to specific groups (e.g., parents, seniors, teens) may enhance impact.
Clear, concise key message summaries may help reduce misinterpretation.
Identified biases
Disability Accessibility Bias
Educational Bias
Evaluation Absence Bias
Involvement Bias
Language Bias
Identified biases

Identified Weaknesses
Limited feedback loop
Limited accessibility
Not found measurable outcomes or evaluation plan
No translation to other languages
Identified Strengths
Call to Action
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