The World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) Webinar is a prestigious and dynamic online event meticulously designed to address the critical issue of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) while emphasizing the imperative significance of heightened awareness. This exceptional gathering serves as a convergence point for luminaries in the fields of expertise, healthcare, research, policymaking, and the wider public, fostering a potent synergy to fortify our collective efforts against AMR.

Over the course of seven enlightening days, from November 18 to 24, 2023, with 23 expert speakers and 7 distinguished moderators and collaboration with three societies Emirate Pharmacy Society (EPS), Emirates Infections Disease Society (EIDS), and Emirates Society for Clinical Microbiology (ESCM) and National UAE Antimicrobial Stewardship Program (UAE-ASP), WAAW will be during the evening hours, this symposium will delve into an array of meticulously curated topics. These include a comprehensive exploration of the United Arab Emirates1 pioneering strides in combating AMR, a thought-provoking exploration of the nexus between global warming and infectious diseases, and in-depth, practical reviews of the antibiotics that constitute the bedrock of medical practice, replete with actionable insights. Culminating in a grand crescendo on the final day, the symposium will unveil the intricate realm of nosocomial infections, guided by distinguished physicians well-versed in the latest treatment guidelines for multidrug-resistant organisms.

The WAAW EPS webinar empowers participants to actively engage in global health initiatives and furnishes them with insights to make well-informed choices regarding antimicrobial usage.