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Antibiotic Overuse
Antibiotic OveruseBe smart about antibiotics to stay healthy. Antibiotics fight infections caused by bacteria NOT viruses.To avoid overuse of antibiotics, only take them if you need them. Take antibiotics exactly as prescribed by yourhealthcare provider.If you have any side effects from antibiotics, talk to your healthcare provider or pharmacist.Fight bacteria in a smart way!For more information, go to cdc.gov.This program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.© The Wellness Network
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Watch this video for tips on how to take antibiotics safely including taking your prescription as directed, not sharing your prescription with loved ones, and only taking antibiotics for bacterial infections.
Watch this video for a checklist on the safest ways to use antibiotics.
There's been a rapid rise in the emergence of bacteria that don't respond to traditional antibiotics. This makes bacterial infections a serious threat. This program will describe signs that an antibiotic may not be working as well as steps your healthcare providers can take to help prevent the development of resistance to antibiotics.
Watch this video to learn what antibiotic bacteria resistance is and why it's important to take your antibiotics as directed.
