Stewardship Programs in Hospitals

Stewardship programs in hospitals are organized efforts to use antibiotics and other resources responsibly to improve patient care and prevent issues like antibiotic resistance. They involve healthcare professionals reviewing prescribing practices, educating staff, and developing guidelines to ensure medications are used appropriately. By doing so, hospitals protect patients from ineffective treatments, reduce side effects, and help prevent the development of resistant bacteria, ensuring that effective medicines remain available for the future. These programs promote safe, effective, and sustainable healthcare practices across the hospital.