Get Smart About Antibiotics Week October 6-10,2008

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria have become a major concern for public health officials and health care providers. These bacteria, sometimes called "superbugs", are no longer able to be killed by the antibiotics that were commonly used to treat them. Once mainly a problem limited to health care facilities such as hospitals and nursing homes, there is mounting evidence that antibiotic-resistant bacteria are causing serious infections in community settings.

The NJDHSS is taking an active role in identifying, preventing, and controlling antibiotic-resistant infections. Education and surveillance are critical to performing these activities successfully.

This website is dedicated to providing New Jersey’s residents, health care providers, institutional professionals, and public health officials with the information and tools needed to promote careful antibiotic use, conduct surveillance, and provide education on this growing public health threat.

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