STATUS OF ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANCE
Antibiotic resistance problems in The Gambia stem from:
Lack of regulation in human use
Lack of regulation in agricultural use
Lack of surveillance of antibiotic use and resistance
Lack of updated antibiotic use and treatment guidelines
Lack of continuing medical education on antibiotic use for prescribers
These problems challenge the ability to effectively treat infectious diseases that are prevalent in The Gambia, such as acute respiratory infections.
APUA Gambia was established in 2005.
Chapter Objectives and Priorities:
APUA Gambia’s main priority is to raise awareness among key stakeholders about the menace of antimicrobial resistance.
APUA Gambia has been involved in advocacy, conferences and poster sessions, the development of peer-reviewed publications, and collaboration with other organizations.
Dr. Adama Sallah – Chairman
Mr. Momodou Cham - Vice Chairman
Dr. Chidi Nweneka – Secretary
Ms. Ndey Tapha-Sosseh - Asst Secretary
Mr. Olatunde Sesan - Treasurer
Updated May 2011