Anya A Nowbuth
About
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and stewardship (AMS) from a One Health perspective through gamification.
Research
Integrating Persuasive Educational Intervention in Health Education to reduce Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a growing global concern with exponentially rising rates of drug-resistant infections. AMR occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites no longer respond to medicines effectively, making infections in humans, animals and plants more difficult to treat. This threatens global health security, food safety and security, economic growth, poverty alleviation and the environment. AMR has been described as a silent pandemic, further progressing in the shadows of the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2019, AMR was responsible for 1.27 million deaths alone, more than HIV/AIDs and malaria; and contributed to 4.95 million deaths. It is estimated that by 2050, the number of deaths could reach up to 39 million. AMR is directly impacting the society by high number of patients suffering from resistance, implying more people not contributing to economy, thus increasing economical pressure on the health care system. Due to over-prescription practices among human, veterinary care and agriculture, the environment is getting polluted by all three critical sources that impacts the overall well-being of the people globally. A significant factor contributing to the spread of AMR is lack of knowledge about the use of antibiotics. Studies have found that the use of games show promising results for helping improve students’ knowledge about health and may be used to boost knowledge about AMR. A playful educational support will be developed to make the health problem of bacterial resistance and the action of antibiotics more understandable among young people, who will be leaders in medicine, veterinary science and agriculture in the near future.
Team: Dr. Vikram P. Singh, Dr. Akwi W. Asombang, Dr. Aslak Steinsbekk
Publications
Nowbuth AA, Asombang AW, Alaboud K, Souque C, Dahu BM, Pather K, Mwanza MM, Lotfi S, Parmar VS, Gamification as an educational tool to address antimicrobial resistance: a systematic review, JAC-Antimicrobial Resistance, Volume 5, Issue 6, December 2023.
Nowbuth AA, Muwowo M, Makashinyi M, Kumwenda A, Mwanamwampula S, Kaluba T, Mazimba S, Bloom SM, Asombang AW, Educational Impact of a Research and Mentoring Symposium Emphasizing Formative Feedback for Medical Students and Early Career Doctors in Africa, medRxiv; p.2023.11.03.23298036.
Nowbuth AA, Asombang AW, Alaboud K, Souque C, Pather K, Dahu BM, Lotfi S, Mwanza MM, Parmar VS. Evaluating Gamification of Antimicrobial Resistance as an Educational Tool: A Systematic Review. European Journal of Public Health. 2023.
Nowbuth AA, Monteiro JFG, Sheets LR, Asombang AW. Assessment of the knowledge, attitudes, and perceived quality of education about antimicrobial use and resistance by medical students in Zambia, Southern Africa. JAC-Antimicrobial Resistance. 2023
Nowbuth AA, Asombang AW, Tazinkeng NN, Makinde OY, Sheets LR. Antimicrobial Resistance From A One Health Perspective In Zambia: A Systematic Review. Antimicrobial Resistance & Infection Control. 2023;12(1):15.
Dahu BM, Alaboud K, Nowbuth AA, Puckett HM, Scott GJ, Sheets LR. The Role of Remote Sensing and Geospatial Analysis for Understanding COVID-19 Population Severity: A Systematic Review. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2023; 20(5):4298
Nowbuth, AA., Jager, Bastian., (2022. February). Antibiotic Guideline: Urinary Tract Infections in Pregnancy. Medland Hospital; 4 February. Lusaka, Zambia.
Nowbuth AA, Asombang AW, Tazikeng N, Makinde O, Sheets LR. Antimicrobial Resistance in Zambia: A Systematic Review. International Journal of Infectious Diseases. 2022;116:S17-S18.
Chukwudike ES, Asombang AW, Sawyer K, Nowbuth AA., et al. Tu1080: Helicobacter Pylori (H. Pylori) Antimicrobial Resistance and Eradication Rates in Africa: a Systematic Review. Gastroenterology. 2022;162(7):S-874-S-875
Tazinkeng NN, Asombang AW, Nkhoma A, Nowbuth AA.,et al. S1621 Evaluating Knowledge and Approach Towards Helicobacter pylori Diagnosis and Management Among Primary Care Physicians in Cameroon, West Africa. Am J Gastroenterol. 2022;117(10S):e1159-e1160
Nowbuth AA, Caminsky M. Characterization of Nanoparticles in 2X, 4X and 6X Potencies of Ferrum Phosphoricum. Altern Ther Health Med. 2021;27(1):12-17.
Nowbuth, AA., Mupeta, F., 2021. Stephen-Johnson Syndrome in Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV): A Case Series. Medical Journal of Zambia
Chukwudike ES, Asombang AW, Sawyer K, Nowbuth AA. et al. S1409 Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) Eradication Rates and Antibiotic Resistance Pattern in Nigeria, West Africa: A Systematic Review. Am J Gastroenterol. 2021;116(1):S647-S647
2025
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Nowbuth, Avis Anya;
Parmar, Vikram Singh.
(2025)
Design framework to develop sustainable innovations for addressing One Health challenges.
One Health
Academic article
2024
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Nowbuth, Avis Anya;
Parmar, Vikram Singh.
(2024)
Integrating SDGs, One Health and transdisciplinarity into AMR Education Strategies.
European Journal of Public Health
Abstract
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Nowbuth, Avis Anya;
Parmar, Vikram Singh.
(2024)
Global insights of AMR education within One Health.
European Journal of Public Health
Abstract
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Nowbuth, Avis Anya;
Parmar, Vikram Singh.
(2024)
Combating antimicrobial resistance: A framework for educational tool innovation.
European Journal of Public Health
Abstract
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Nowbuth, Avis Anya;
Parmar, Vikram Singh.
(2024)
Escaping the ordinary: a review of escape rooms in medical and veterinary education.
BMC Medical Education
Academic article
2023
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Nowbuth, Avis Anya;
Asombang, Akwi W;
Alaboud, Khuder;
Souque, Célia;
Dahu, Butros M;
Pather, Kyrtania.
(2023)
Gamification as an educational tool to address antimicrobial resistance: A systematic review.
JAC-Antimicrobial Resistance (JAC-AMR)
Academic literature review
Journal publications
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Nowbuth, Avis Anya;
Parmar, Vikram Singh.
(2025)
Design framework to develop sustainable innovations for addressing One Health challenges.
One Health
Academic article
-
Nowbuth, Avis Anya;
Parmar, Vikram Singh.
(2024)
Integrating SDGs, One Health and transdisciplinarity into AMR Education Strategies.
European Journal of Public Health
Abstract
-
Nowbuth, Avis Anya;
Parmar, Vikram Singh.
(2024)
Global insights of AMR education within One Health.
European Journal of Public Health
Abstract
-
Nowbuth, Avis Anya;
Parmar, Vikram Singh.
(2024)
Combating antimicrobial resistance: A framework for educational tool innovation.
European Journal of Public Health
Abstract
-
Nowbuth, Avis Anya;
Parmar, Vikram Singh.
(2024)
Escaping the ordinary: a review of escape rooms in medical and veterinary education.
BMC Medical Education
Academic article
-
Nowbuth, Avis Anya;
Asombang, Akwi W;
Alaboud, Khuder;
Souque, Célia;
Dahu, Butros M;
Pather, Kyrtania.
(2023)
Gamification as an educational tool to address antimicrobial resistance: A systematic review.
JAC-Antimicrobial Resistance (JAC-AMR)
Academic literature review