Cutting down unneeded antibiotics for children's ear infections
Part of Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This study tests ways to help doctors avoid prescribing antibiotics when they are not needed for children with ear infections. If you are a parent of a child diagnosed with an ear infection or a healthcare provider, you may be able to join different parts of the study.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 6 months and 17 years old and has been diagnosed with an ear infection.
- You are a parent or legal guardian, at least 18 years old, willing to fill out surveys or join a discussion group.
- You are a doctor, nurse, or clinic staff member who treats children with ear infections, and you are not a trainee.
- The clinic where you work provides in-person care (not only video visits) and has agreed to take part.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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