 Sept. 28, 2018, marked 90 years since what medical achievement?
a. First vaccine discovered (smallpox)
b. Insulin first used for diabetes
c. First antibiotic discovered (penicillin)
d. Structure of DNA described
e. Dolly the Sheep was cloned
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The answer is at the bottom of this newsletter.
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MOHASC Booth at MN State Fair- A Huge Success!
- We engaged with over 10,000 attendees at our State Fair booth!
- Members of the One Health Antibiotic Stewardship Collaborative discussed the problem of antibiotic resistance, the need for stewardship in human and animal health, and the importance of proper medication disposal to keep our environment healthy.
- On Aug. 30, our expert panel discussed how we are working together and answered fairgoer questions.
- A big thank you to our volunteers and to Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for hosting us in the Eco Experience building!
Professional Field Exchange: MN Public Health Laboratory welcomed MOHASC to learn about antibiotic susceptibility testing and surveillance
- On Sept. 14, fourteen members of the Minnesota One Health Antibiotic Stewardship Collaborative from healthcare, public health, environmental health, and veterinary medicine visited the Minnesota Public Health Laboratory.
- The visit included a tour of the infectious disease laboratory and discussions on the differences between a clinical lab and public health lab, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, and sophisticated testing methods conducted at this hub of the Antibiotic Resistance Laboratory Network.
- Thank you to the Public Health Lab staff for a great cross-disciplinary discussion of antibiotic resistance!
More Minnesota Hospitals Reporting Antimicrobial Use to National System
- This year, several Minnesota hospitals have begun tracking and reporting antibiotic use data using the Antimicrobial Use and Resistance Module, a component of the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) system.
- We applaud the efforts of Lakeview Hospital in Stillwater and Sanford Bemidji Medical Center, Minnesota's most recent adopters.
- In addition to promoting the safety of their own patients, hospitals reporting their antimicrobial use are making a contribution to public health efforts.
- NHSN data on antibiotic use will be used to track national and state-specific trends in hospital antibiotic use.
- If you are interested in learning more about NHSN antibiotic use reporting, including to explore use within your hospital, please contact us at health.stewardship@state.mn.us.
NHSN Antimicrobial Use and Resistance Module Webinar Recording Now Available Online
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On May 8, 2018, Minnesota Department of Health hosted a webinar on the CDC National Healthcare Safety Network Antimicrobial Use and Resistance (AUR) Module.
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Hear speakers from CDC’s Division of Healthcare Quality and Promotion and professionals from two hospitals using the module to track antimicrobial use.
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Learn more: NHSN Antimicrobial Use and Resistance Module
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FDA Has Unveiled Strategic Approaches to Combat Antibiotic Resistance
Multidrug-resistant Campylobacter Outbreak Linked to Puppy Exposure
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118 people across 18 states were identified with Campylobacter jejuni after exposure to puppies from a national pet store chain.
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95% of puppies received one of more courses of antibiotics, raising concern that antibiotic use might have led to development of resistance.
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This outbreak highlights that puppies can be a source of multidrug-resistant Campylobacter infections in humans, emphasizing the necessity for judicious antibiotic use across human and veterinary medicine.
- Read the full article: Multidrug-Resistant Campylobacter jejuni Outbreak Linked to Puppy Exposure — United States, 2016–2018, CDC MMWR
Joint Statement in Europe Highlights the Problem of Pharmaceuticals in the Environment
Minnesota Dental Antibiotics Survey Published
Join the Antimicrobial Resistance Challenge!
- The U.S. government’s Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Challenge is a yearlong effort to accelerate the fight against antimicrobial resistance across the globe.
- Does your organization want to make a commitment? Find out how at CDC, AMR Challenge. CDC might feature your commitment on their website, on social media, and beyond!
Celebrate U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week
November 12–18!
- Everyone plays an important part in the responsible use of antibiotics.
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CDC, US Antibiotic Awareness Week (USAAW) in an annual week-long observance to raise awareness of the threat of antibiotic resistance and the importance of appropriate antibiotic prescribing.
- USAAW is Nov. 12–18, 2018. Save the date and participate in this event!
- Look for enhanced antibiotic stewardship messaging from Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and think about how you can highlight the important issue of antibiotic resistance within your own work and life.
- Follow MDH on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube to help spread the word about USAAW and order materials at CDC-Info On Demand-Publications in preparation!
- Utilize these helpful resources as you prepare for USAAW.
All four sections of CDC’s Antibiotic Stewardship Training Course now available
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These trainings are primarily for clinicians who prescribe antibiotics, but they are also available to physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified health education specialists, nurses, pharmacists, and public health practitioners with a master’s degree in public health.
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Eight hours of free continuing education credit is available.
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CDC's Antibiotic Stewardship Training Series
Advisory Group Opportunity for Minnesota Ambulatory Care Professionals
- Do you work in a medical or dental ambulatory care setting? Are you interested in improving antibiotic stewardship?
- In late fall or early winter 2018, Minnesota Department of Health will gather an advisory group to share insights on stewardship needs in ambulatory care, identify priorities for resource and tool development, and help promote awareness of stewardship resources.
- If you are interested in joining us, contact health.stewardship@state.mn.us.
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 Answer: c. First antibiotic discovered (penicillin)
Sept. 28, 2018, marked the 90th anniversary of Alexander Fleming’s discovery of the first antibiotic, penicillin, in 1928. Today, it is now recognized as National Penicillin Allergy Day to increase knowledge about penicillin allergies and benefits of allergy testing. In the United States, 10% of people report a penicillin allergy, but less than 1% of the population is truly allergic. It is important to correctly identify those with and without a penicillin allergy. This will provide more patients access to safer, less toxic antibiotics and will help in the fight to combat antibiotic-resistant infections.
A 2018 American Family Physician article addresses common questions about penicillin allergy testing.
Download or order free print materials from the National Penicillin Allergy Day campaign and show your commitment to raising awareness of penicillin allergies within your health system and community!
For the trivia lovers out there, the smallpox vaccine was introduced in 1796, insulin was first used in a diabetic person in 1922, the structure of the DNA molecule was described in 1953, and Dolly the Sheep was cloned in 1996.
In addition to September 28th being National Penicillin Allergy Day, it was also World Rabies Day to help raise awareness about rabies and bring together partners to enhance prevention and control efforts worldwide. Remember to vaccinate your pets!
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