NHS launches hunt for bugs

She said: “We hope as many people as possible take part in searching for our rock bugs to help us raise awareness of appropriate antibiotic use.

“This is a fun way of getting families involved and helps us spread the antibiotic awareness message.”

The rocks, which have antibiotic awareness messages painted on them, could be hidden anywhere but people should check parks, hospital grounds and areas close to community pharmacies and schools.

Pic shows, from left: antimicrobial management team members Sarah, Kirsteen Hill and Dr Busi Mooka.