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June 9, 2026PLOS Global Public HealthOpen Access

Correction: “Miss, I want itchy medicine”: Understanding what, why, and how antibiotics are used in Central Java province, Indonesia through the drug bag method

The PLOS Global Public Health Staff

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This research aims to explore the understanding, motivations, and applications of antibiotics in Central Java province.
Utilized the drug bag method to collect data on antibiotic use.
Focused on various community sources and contexts of antibiotic access.
Analyzed factors influencing antibiotic consumption among the population.
Identified prevalent misconceptions about antibiotic effectiveness and usage.
Revealed a significant reliance on self-medication with antibiotics among community members.
Highlighted gaps in health education related to antibiotic stewardship.

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Correction notes the investigation of antibiotic use in Central Java, highlighting public health implications.

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The PLOS Global Public Health Staff (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a2ba18c8101cf8926f00e5e https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pgph.0006656

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