Assessment of Knowledge and Attitude toward Antibiotic Misuse and Resistant among Selected Group of Sudanese University Students, 2022

Background: Globally, antimicrobial resistance is a serious public health concern. The World Health Organization (WHO) has highlighted improper antibiotic usage as a key risk factor for antimicrobial resistance. Aims: Assessing the knowledge and attitudes of students regarding antibiotic misuse and resistance could lead to better management and eventually a good quality of life. Methodology: This study is a descriptive cross-sectional study conducted on 150 students in a selected group of Sudanese university students, randomly selected from students by self-administering that was conducted using a structured questionnaire. These variables were assessed using a ten-point scale, whose responses ranged from ``YES`` to ``NO``. Results: The current study demonstrates that the highest percentage (47.3%) was in the age group (21-23), and more than half of participants had good knowledge and attitudes regarding antibiotic misuse and resistance. This study reflects that most of the participants were male, with a total of 108 (72.0%), and several females, with a total of 42 (28.0%). The study shows that most of the students at the second level are 55 (36.7%), single (144 (96.0%), and married (4.0%). Conclusion: The research conclusion is that students have good knowledge of antibiotics and good knowledge of antibiotic resistance. The majority of these students have a mediocre attitude toward the use of antibiotics, which is insufficient for a group of students enrolled in health-related programs.