From the WHP annual calendar · Wednesday, November 18, 2026
European Antibiotic Awareness Day
ECDC awareness day promoting responsible use of antibiotics and combating resistance.
Idea to get started
Info mailer on the correct use of antibiotics (treatment adherence) and the importance of hygiene in preventing infections.
Did you know?
European Antibiotic Awareness Day started on November 18, 2008, with 32 countries. The first campaign had a clear message: antibiotics do not work against viruses such as colds and flu.
Source: Eurosurveillance 2009, European Antibiotic Awareness Day 2008 (ECDC)
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