Antibiotic Awareness Week, 2021

This proclamation designates November 18-24, 2021 as Antibiotic Awareness Week to promote responsible antibiotic use and raise awareness about antibiotic resistance. It highlights the Biden Administration's commitment to the National Action Plan for Combating Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria and calls on various sectors of society to participate in education and stewardship efforts.

Federal Register Open PDF 86 FR 66151

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Proclaim November 18 through November 24, 2021 as Antibiotic Awareness Week

Call upon scientific community, medical professionals, educators, businesses, industry leaders, and all Americans to observe this week by promoting responsible antibiotic use and raising awareness of dangers of misuse and overuse

Antibiotic Awareness Week, 2021

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Near term (90d)

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