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European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases |
The European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases was founded in 1983. It currently has more than 2,700 individual members in 93 countries. ESCMID is a non-profit organisation, whose mission is to improve the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of infectious diseases in Europe by promoting and supporting research, education and training in the infection disciplines. This is achieved by scientific exchange, educational programmes, grants and awards, certification and consultation with professional and government agencies. Throughout its activities and publications, ESCMID strives for a modern image, fosters professional interchange, and stimulates an open and competitive spirit while respecting the cultural diversity across Europe.
The specific workpackage activities of ARPAC are being run by the following ESCMID study groups.
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The European Study Group on Antibiotic Resistance Surveillance (ESGARS) will compile antibiotic resistance data and develop a strategy for collection, collation and dissemination of resistance data
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The European Study Group on Antibiotic Policies (ESGAP) will compile an inventory of antibiotic consumption, prescribing habits, policies and stewardship in European hospitals.
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The European Study Group on
Nosocomial Infections (ESGNI)
will compile an inventory of European hospital policies and practices
for controlling transmissible antibiotic resistant micro-organisms.
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The European Study Group on Epidemiological Markers (ESGEM) will develop a DNA typing database and data exchange format for tracking epidemic antibiotic-resistant micro-organisms.
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