Day 3- April 1, 2004 Early Bird Breakfast Sessions 7:45AM-8:45AM
Early Bird 1: Safe Injection Global Network (SIGN) and Other Efforts to Improve Use of Injections Moderator: Yvan Hutin, Sophie Logez
1.	Impact of the Work of the Safe Injection Global Network (SIGN) Yvan Hutin Oral presentation Powerpoint size=507.5 kb Abstract Poster size=770 kb
2.	Round Table on Key Elements in a Successful Intervention to Improve Injection Safety Sophie Logez
Early Bird 2: Monitoring-Training-Planning: A Systems Approach to Improving Prescribing Moderator: Sri Suryawati
1.	Overview of the Monitor-Training-Planning (MTP) Approach Sri Suryawati Oral presentation Powerpoint size=458.5 kb
2.	Using the MTP Approach to Reduce Inappropriate Use of Antibiotics in Hospitals Sri Suryawati Oral presentation Powerpoint size=458.5 kb Abstract Poster size=287 kb
3.	The MTP Approach is Effective in Reducing Inappropriate Medicines Use in Hospitals Sri Suryawati Oral presentation Powerpoint size=458.5 kb Abstract Poster size=222.5 kb
4.	Long-Term Impact of an MTP Approach to Reduce Inappropriate Use of Antibiotics in Acute Respiratory Infections Intriati Yudatiningsih Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1113 kb Abstract Poster size=150 kb
5.	Cambodia Experience: Monitoring-Training-Planning (MTP) to Reduce Inappropriate Medicine Use in Hospitals Sok Srun Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1690 kb Abstract Poster size=1043.5 kb
6.	Lao PDR Experience in Using Monitoring-Training-Planning (MTP) to Reduce Irrational Use of Drugs In Hospitals Bouathong Sisounthone Oral presentation Powerpoint size=84.5 kb Abstract Poster size=134.5 kb
Early Bird 3: WHO Essential Medicines Library: A Global Information Resource Moderator: Shalini Jayasekar
1.	Demonstration: WHO Essential Medicines Library Shalini Jayasekar Oral presentation Powerpoint size=2782 kb
Primary Care - Focus on Health Providers: Plenary 9:00AM-10:15AM
2.	Health System Implications of Short Course Antibiotic Treatment Shamim Qazi, Child and Adult Health Department, WHO Oral presentation Powerpoint size=188.5 kb
3.	Improving Treatment in Private Drug Outlets: Are There Sustainable Approaches? John Chalker, Management Sciences for Health and INRUD Oral presentation Powerpoint size=613.5 kb
4.	Intervention Experience in Variety Stores in the Philippines Rainier Galang, National Drug Information Center, Manila, Philippines Oral presentation Powerpoint size=683.5 kb
5.	Intervention Experience in Drug Shops in Tanzania Margareth Sigonda-Ndomondo, Tanzania Food and Drugs Authority (TFDA), Management Sciences for Health Oral presentation Powerpoint size=631.5 kb
6.	Intervention Experience in Pharmacies in Thailand Duangtip Hongsamoot, Food and Drug Administration, Thailand Ministry of Public Health Oral presentation Powerpoint size=761.5 kb
7.	Summary of Experiences John Chalker Oral presentation Powerpoint size=645.5 kb
Primary Care - Focus on Health Care Providers: Tracks 10:40AM-12:40PM
Access 1: Innovative Public & Private Sector Strategies to Improve Drug Use in Primary Care Moderator: Isidro Sia Rapporteur: Keith Johnson
1.	Study of Rational Drug Use Profiles in an Non-Government Organization (NGO)-Managed Health Center versus Private Health Practitioners Subhash Chandra Mandal Oral presentation Powerpoint size=650.5 kb Abstract Poster size=42 kb
2.	Improving Access to Essential Medicines through Public-Private Initiatives: The Case of the Catholic Pharmaceutical Service in Ghana Enoch Osafo Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1597 kb Abstract Poster size=1008.5 kb
3.	Impact of an NGO-Supported Supervisory Program on Quality of Care in Private Drug Shops in Rural East Nepal Kathleen Holloway Oral presentation Powerpoint size=150 kb Abstract Poster size=148 kb
4.	Impact of the Tamil Nadu Medical Services Corporation on Drug Prescribing in Primary Health Care Ramachandran Murali Oral presentation Powerpoint size=6493 kb Abstract Poster size=139 kb
Access 2: Interventions to Improve Procurement, Drug Management, and Practice Moderator: Ranjit Roy Chaudhury, Robert S Summers Rapporteur: Libby Levison
1.	Impact of Training in Drug Supply Management (DSM) on DSM, Dispensing Practices, and Patient Knowledge and Care at Primary Health Care (PHC) Clinics Robert S Summers Oral presentation Powerpoint size=695 kb Abstract Poster size=418.5 kb
2.	Impact Assessment of Supervision on Medicines Management Birna Trap Oral presentation Powerpoint size=561.5 kb Abstract Poster size=26 kb
3.	Effect of an Educational Intervention on the Drug Purchasing Practices of Local Government Officials in a Decentralized Setting: Quasi-Experimental Study with Control Noel Juban Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1139 kb Abstract Poster size=113.5 kb
4.	Drug Database and Performance Indicators for Utilization Monitoring Petcharat Pongcharoensuk Oral presentation Powerpoint size=68 kb Abstract Poster size=133.5 kb
Adult: Improving Prescribing for Adult Health Problems in Primary Care Facilities Moderator: Thomas McLaughlin, Onesky Aupont Rapporteur: Ricardo Pérez-Cuevas
1.	A Multifaceted Continuing Medical Education Intervention Improves Primary Care Physicians’ Performance in Mexico Ricardo Perez Cuevas Oral presentation Powerpoint size=681.5 kb Abstract Poster size=129.5 kb
2.	Impact of an Essential Drugs List and Treatment Guidelines on Prescribing in South Africa Thamizhanban Pillay Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1091 kb Abstract Poster size=561.5 kb
3.	Economic Effects of Implementing Treatment Guidelines for Hypertension in Outpatient Practice Ilyas Kulmagambetov Oral presentation Powerpoint size=99 kb Abstract Poster size=602 kb
4.	Knowledge, Attitudes and Behaviour of Prescribers after the Introduction of Antihypertensive Treatment Guidelines in South Africa Thamizhanban Pillay Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1017.5 kb Abstract Poster size=346.5 kb
5.	Impact of Training in Effective Prescribing in Primary Care Beverly Summers Oral presentation Powerpoint size=761.5 kb Abstract Poster size=1022.5 kb
AMR: Strategies for Increasing Appropriate Antibiotic Prescribing in Primary Care Moderator: Mohan Joshi, Andy Gray Rapporteur: Urmila Thatte
1.	Reducing Antibiotic Overuse for ARIs with a Small-Group Educational Intervention Siti Munawaroh Oral presentation Powerpoint size=9663.5 kb Abstract Poster size=159.5 kb
2.	Effect of Two Dissemination Strategies in Improving Private Practitioners’ Adherence to Evidence-based Practice Guidelines for Urinary Tract Infection in a Developing Country: A Quasi-Experimental Study Mediadora C Saniel Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1038.5 kb Abstract Poster size=404.5 kb
3.	A Prospective Pharmacoepidemiologic Study to Prevent Medication Error and to Improve Prescribing Patterns Iwan Dwiprahasto Oral presentation Powerpoint size=5359 kb Abstract
4.	The Importance of Feedback to Enhance the Impact of Effective Interventions to Reduce Antibiotic Use in Acute Respiratory Infection Intriati Yudatiningsih Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1165 kb Abstract Poster size=139 kb
Child: Advances in Provision of Primary Care for Children in Different Settings Moderator: Jonathon Simon Rapporteur: Kate Laurence
1.	Health Reforms at Work: Experiences with the Sector Wide Approach in Zambia (Video) Rik Peeperkorn Oral presentation
2.	Recent Advances in Provision of Primary Care by Mission Organizations Lillian Gitau Oral presentation Powerpoint size=95 kb Abstract Poster size=86.5 kb
3.	The Impact of a Face-To-Face Educational Intervention on Improving the Management of ARI in Private Pharmacies and Drug Shops in Uganda Winifred Adrine Tumwikirize Oral presentation Powerpoint size=197.5 kb Abstract Poster size=226 kb
4.	Small Group Discussion among Paramedics at the Health Center Level to Improve Compliance with Standard Treatment Guidelines for Acute Respiratory Infections Sri Hidayati Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1170.5 kb Abstract Poster size=302 kb
HIV: Improving Clinician and Patient Use of ARVs Moderator: Steven Pearson Rapporteur: Davidson Hamer
1.	Promoting Rational Use of Antiretrovirals at Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya Elizabeth Ogile Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1298.5 kb Abstract
2.	Evaluation of Antiretroviral Therapy in Zimbabwe Followed by an Educational Intervention to Increase Appropriate Use Klara Tisocki Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1249.5 kb Abstract Poster size=230.5 kb
Malaria: Improving Malaria Treatment in Public and Private Sector Settings Moderator: Catherine Goodman Rapporteur: Susan Zimicki
1.	Drug Management for Malaria in the Lebombo Spatial Development Initiative (LSDI) Region of Southern Africa Karen Barnes Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1943 kb Abstract Poster size=1016.5 kb
2.	Investigating Competition and Regulation in the Retail Market for Malaria Treatment in Rural Tanzania Catherine Goodman Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1641.5 kb Abstract Poster size=1636.5 kb
3.	The Malaria Fact Card Project Peter Keilgast Oral presentation Powerpoint size=2438.5 kb Abstract Poster size=1498.5 kb
4.	A Comparison of Prescribing Practices in Public and Private Sectors in Uganda Celestino Obua Oral presentation Powerpoint size=197 kb Abstract Poster size=210.5 kb
5.	Improving Chloroquine Prescribing in Private Clinics in Lagos State, Nigeria Rametu Momodu Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1254 kb Abstract Poster size=679.5 kb
TB: Improving Use of Medicines in Complex Cases or Resource Poor Settings Moderator: Jintana Ngamvithayapong-Yanai Rapporteur: Akihiro Seita
1.	Improving the Use of Medications to Treat Complex Health Problems in Resource-Poor Settings: Community-Based Examples from Haiti and Peru Jennifer J Furin Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1575.5 kb Abstract Poster size=1634.5 kb
2.	Development and Evaluation of Software to Support Prescribing and Drug Supply Management in the Treatment of MDR-TB in Peru Hamish Fraser Oral presentation Powerpoint size=510.5 kb Abstract Poster size=711.5 kb
3.	Socioeconomic Position and Adherence to Tuberculosis Treatment: A Case-Control Study Pranaya Mishra Oral presentation Powerpoint size=590 kb Abstract Poster size=58.5 kb
4.	Can Research-Based Educational Material Increase Adherence to Tuberculosis Treatment among People with AIDS? Jintana Ngamvithayapong-Yanai Oral presentation Powerpoint size=3387 kb Abstract Poster size=2529.5 kb
5.	Anti-TB Drug Resistance in the World: The WHO/IUATLD Global Project on Anti-TB Drug Resistance Surveillance Akihiro Seita Oral presentation Powerpoint size=899 kb
Primary Care - Focus on Community: Plenary 1:50PM-3:05PM
6.	Issues in Implementing National Change in Preferred Therapy for Malaria Peter Bloland, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Oral presentation Powerpoint size=996 kb
7.	Commentary: Global Access Campaigns, National Medicines Guidelines, and Appropriate Use Karen Barnes, Division of Pharmacology, University of Capetown Oral presentation Powerpoint size=7019 kb
8.	Community-based Interventions to Improve Use of Medicines: Framework and Impacts Anita Hardon, University of Amsterdam Oral presentation Powerpoint size=15766.5 kb
Primary Care - Focus on Community: Tracks 3:30PM-5:30PM
Access 1: Regulatory Issues and Preventing Misuse of Medicines Moderator: Keith Johnson, Sauwakon Ratanawijitrasin Rapporteur: Andrew Herxheimer
1.	Accessibility, Pattern of Use and Implications of Restricted Availability of Medicines for Treatment of Substance Abuse in a Tertiary Level Health Care Center in North Eastern India Amit Chakrabarti Oral presentation Powerpoint size=529 kb Abstract Poster size=526 kb
2.	Effect of a Regulatory Intervention on Drug Availability in Nepal Gorkha Bahadur Dangechhetri Oral presentation Powerpoint size=116 kb Abstract Poster size=83.5 kb
3.	Reducing Codeine Cough Syrup Medicine Consumption to Control Codeine Abuse in Thailand Naiyana Patcharapisarn Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1261 kb Abstract Poster size=717 kb
4.	The Inappropriate Sale of Medication for Paediatric Use in Siem Reap Province,Cambodia Tiv Sothearith Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1037 kb Abstract Poster size=674 kb
Access 2: Microeconomic Issues in Drug Use: User Fees and Physician Incentives Moderator: Ebba Holme Hansen Rapporteur: Birna Trap
1.	The Practice of Dispensing Prescribers: A Threat to Appropriate Medicines Use? Birna Trap Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1123 kb Abstract Poster size=1227.5 kb
2.	Pharmacy Practices of Dispensing Doctors in Zimbabwe Ebba Holme Hansen Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1050 kb Abstract Poster size=1067.5 kb
3.	Impact on Prescribing Patterns of a Fee per Drug Unit versus a Fee per Drug Item Kathleen Holloway Oral presentation Powerpoint size=95.5 kb Abstract Poster size=81 kb
4.	Impact of a Cost Sharing Drug Supply Scheme on the Quality of Care in Public Primary Health Care Facilities in Rural Eastern Nepal Kathleen Holloway Oral presentation Powerpoint size=126.5 kb Abstract Poster size=90 kb
5.	New Cost Sensitivity Measures to Assess the Impact of User Fees on Physicians' Treatment Choices Christine Huttin Oral presentation Powerpoint size=300 kb Abstract
Access 3: Impacts of Community Revolving Funds and Drug Franchises Moderator: Anita Hardon, Susan Whyte Rapporteur: Isidro Sia
1.	Improving Access and Use of Medicines through Private Sector Initiatives: A Case for an Essential Medicines Franchise in Ghana. Kwesi Emmanuel Eghan Oral presentation Powerpoint size=6071 kb Abstract Poster size=144.5 kb
2.	Accredited Drug Dispensing Outlets: Improving Access to Quality Drugs and Services in Rural and Peri-Urban Areas with Few or No Pharmacies Margareth Sigonda-Ndomondo Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1459 kb Abstract Poster size=392.623046875 kb
3.	Impact of a Revolving Drug Fund on Availability of Essential Medicines in Church Health Institutions in Tanzania Marsha Macatta-Yambi Oral presentation Powerpoint size=744 kb Abstract
4.	Do Village Revolving Funds Improve Access and Rational Use of Drugs in Lao PDR? Maryam Bigdeli Oral presentation Powerpoint size=662.5 kb Abstract Poster size=91.5 kb
Adult: Consumer Knowledge, Motivation and Behavior in Using Medications Moderator: Ricardo Pérez-Cuevas Rapporteur: Ramachandran Murali
1.	Impact of a Public Education Program on Promoting Rational Use of Medicines: A Household Survey in the South District of Tehran, 2002–2003 Shadan Darbooy Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1121.5 kb Abstract Poster size=310 kb
2.	Consumers’ Motivation in Responding to Prescription Drug Advertising Nithima Sumpradit Oral presentation Powerpoint size=456.5 kb Abstract Poster size=113.5 kb
3.	Care Seeking and Treatment for Adults with URIs in Congested Communities in Bangkok: Where Problems Occur Siritree Suttajit Abstract Poster size=279.5 kb
4.	Reading and Understanding a Medicine Leaflet by Adolescent Consumers and its Determinants Siriporn Burapadaja Oral presentation Powerpoint size=277 kb Abstract Poster size=64.5 kb
5.	Self-Medication with Antibiotics for Reproductive Tract Infections in Lao PDR: Use, Attitudes and Understanding of Information Amphoy Sihavong Oral presentation Powerpoint size=646 kb Abstract Poster size=113 kb
6.	Assessment of Consumer Drug Knowledge In Addis Ababa: A Cross-Sectional Survey Tenaw Andualem Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1044 kb Abstract Poster size=616.5 kb
7.	Using a Poster Competition to Promote Rational Drug Use in the Community Husniah Rubiana Th-Akib Oral presentation Powerpoint size=5993 kb Abstract Poster size=1907 kb
AMR/Access: Educational & Regulatory Approaches to Improve Drug Use in Private Pharmacies Moderator: John Chalker, Urmila Thatte Rapporteur: Mohan Joshi
1.	Improving Private Pharmacy Practice: A Multi-Intervention Experiment in Hanoi, Vietnam Mattias Larsson Oral presentation Powerpoint size=2201.5 kb Abstract
2.	Private Pharmacy Practice and Regulation: A Randomized Trial in Lao PDR Lamphone Syhakhang Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1027 kb Abstract Poster size=73 kb
3.	The Effect of Educational Activity on the Practices of Drug Sellers in a Province in the Philippines Rainier Galang Oral presentation Powerpoint size=340.5 kb Abstract Poster size=334 kb
4.	Effectiveness of a Multi-Component Intervention on Dispensing Practices at Private Pharmacies in Vietnam and Thailand: A Randomized Controlled Trial John Chalker Oral presentation Powerpoint size=634 kb Abstract Poster size=247 kb
Child/AMR: Empowering Community Groups to Improve Use of Medications Moderator: Rodolfo Dennis Rapporteur: Kate Laurence
1.	Resistance Ranger: Teaching Schoolchildren about Antimicrobial Resistance Stephen Lerner Oral presentation Powerpoint size=2245 kb Abstract
2.	Involving Students in the Reduction of Unnecessary Antibiotic Use for Colds and Flu in Moldova Natalia Cebotarenco Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1367.5 kb Abstract
3.	A Formative Study to Design an Intervention Involving Mothers, Drug Vendors and Health Workers in a Self-Process of Behavioral Change for Rational Drug Use in ARI Treatment Pham Huy Dung Oral presentation Powerpoint size=534 kb Abstract Poster size=533 kb
4.	Children as Health Information Carriers: An “Edutainment” Intervention Concerning Rational Use of Antibiotics Charlotte Kristiansson Oral presentation Powerpoint size=2314 kb Abstract
5.	Community Intervention to Promote Rational Treatment of Acute Respiratory Infection in Rural Nepal Shiba B Karkee Oral presentation Powerpoint size=184.5 kb Abstract Poster size=107 kb
Malaria: Community Response to Interventions to Improve Malaria Treatment Moderator: Irene Agyepong Rapporteur: Catherine Goodman
1.	Improving Adherence to Malaria Treatment for Children: The Use of Pre-Packaged Chloroquine Tablets versus Chloroquine Syrup. Evelyn Ansah Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1260.5 kb Abstract Poster size=73 kb
2.	Health Seeking for Malaria before and after the Implementation of a Community-Based Health Worker Treatment Strategy: Implications for Providing Timely and Appropriate Treatment in Rural Nigeria Obinna Onwujekwe Oral presentation Powerpoint size=127 kb Abstract Poster size=127.5 kb
3.	Household Adoption of the New Antimalarial Drug Policy in Tanzania: Major Changes in Treatment Practices Jaran Eriksen Oral presentation Powerpoint size=528 kb Abstract Poster size=2898.5 kb
4.	Impact of an Intervention Program for the Treatment of Malaria in Children in Papua New Guinea Vivian Bruce Sunderland Oral presentation Powerpoint size=322 kb Abstract Poster size=162 kb
TB: DOTS: Evidence about Program Design and Effectiveness Moderator: Korngamon Rookkapan Rapporteur: Jintana Ngamvithayapong-Yanai
1.	Introduction Jintana Ngamvithayapong -Yanai Oral presentation Powerpoint size=33082 kb
2.	Lessons Learned About Design and Impact of DOTS Programs Gini Arnold, Akihiro Seita Oral presentation Powerpoint size=125.5 kb
3.	Community Pharmacists Monitoring of Pulmonary Tuberculosis Outpatients (Preliminary Study) Usasiri Srisakul Oral presentation Powerpoint size=1313 kb Abstract Poster size=769.5 kb
4.	Comparison Between Treatment Outcomes of TB Patients Treated in DOTs Centres and in the Community in Afghanistan Giampaolo Mezzabotta Oral presentation Powerpoint size=12582 kb Abstract