AN Irvine primary school has taken part in a colouring in competition designed to raise awareness of antimicrobial resistance.

Following World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) in November, some of Ayrshire’s local primary school children have been busy learning about and increasing awareness of the issue.

Children from Lawthorn Primary School as well as Crosshouse Primary and Crosshill Primary enjoyed the competition, encouraging everyone play their part in stopping the spread of drug-resistant infections.

Winners were picked from each of the primary schools and presented with a Smyths Toy shop voucher.

Roisin Kavanagh, Director of Pharmacy, told the Times : “Congratulations to all the children that have taken part in the competition and of course to all the winners.

“Creating awareness of antimicrobial resistance is really important and I would like to thank all the children for taking part and helping us spread the word.”

She added: “There are lots of things we can all do to help such as reducing the risk of infection through washing your hands, limiting close contact with those who are sick and keeping your vaccinations up to date.

“And it is important to remember, not all infections can be treated with antimicrobials.”