Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness and Games
1Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, Australia.
Trends in Microbiology
|October 18, 2018
Summary
Antibiotic resistance is a growing global threat. This article suggests that games can enhance current awareness campaigns by making information more engaging for the public.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Public Health
- Game Studies
Background:
- Antibiotic resistance poses a significant and escalating global health challenge.
- Existing awareness campaigns are crucial but may benefit from complementary engagement strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the potential of games as a tool to augment antibiotic resistance awareness initiatives.
- To identify characteristics of games that can improve public engagement with antibiotic resistance information.
Main Methods:
- This article presents a conceptual argument.
- It analyzes the inherent properties of games relevant to educational outreach.
- It reviews existing literature on serious games and health communication.
Main Results:
- Games possess unique interactive and engaging qualities.
- Gamification elements can foster deeper understanding and retention of complex information.
- Digital and non-digital games can be tailored for diverse audiences.
Conclusions:
- Games offer a promising avenue to complement traditional antibiotic resistance awareness campaigns.
- Leveraging game-based learning can potentially improve public comprehension and behavioral change regarding antibiotic use.
- Further research and development of game interventions are warranted to combat antibiotic resistance effectively.
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