The tools provided in this area are designed to help you learn about antibiotic resistance and appropriate antibiotic use in upper respiratory infections. Many of the resources listed here are education materials produced by CDC. We have also provided a video demonstrating physician and patient interaction where the patient thinks she needs an antibiotic and the doctor explains why she does not.
All print materials may be downloaded, copied, and distributed without alteration free of charge.
Some documents are available here in Adobe Acrobat Reader format (PDF). To view or print them, you must have Adobe Acrobat Reader (version 3.0 or higher) installed on your computer.
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Cold or Flu. Antibiotics Don't Work For You.
(Target Audience: Adults ages 18-49 years)
This brochure briefly explains the difference between bacteria and viruses and how bacteria become resistant. It also answers some common questions about when it is and is not appropriate to use an antibiotic.
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Snort. Sniffle. Sneeze. No Antibiotics Please.
(Target Audience: Parents of young children)
This brochure briefly explains the difference between bacteria and viruses, what antibiotics are, and how bacteria become resistant. It also answers commonly asked questions about when a child does or does not need an antibiotic.
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A veces, el remedio es peor que la enfermedad.
(Target Audience: Spanish speakers ages 18-49 years)
This brochure briefly explains the difference between bacteria and viruses, what antibiotics are, and how bacteria become resistant. It also answers commonly asked questions about when a child does or does not need an antibiotic. |
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Be Smart. Antibiotics Will Not Help a cold or the Flu.
(Target Audience: American Indians/Alaska Natives ages 18-49 years)
This brochure briefly explains the difference between bacteria and viruses and how bacteria become resistant. It also answers common questions about when it is and is not appropriate to use an antibiotic as well as suggestions for symptomatic relief. |
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Runny Nose Q & A
(Target Audience: Adults ages 18-49 years)
This Q&A sheet provides answers to commonly asked questions about using antibiotics for a child's runny nose when there is green or yellow mucus present. It is designed as a Q&A sheet for parents.
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Fluid in the Middle Ear Q & A
(Target Audience: Adults ages 18-49 years)
This Q&A sheet provides answers to commonly asked questions about using antibiotics for a child's condition called Otitis Media with Effusion (OME) or fluid in the middle ear. It is designed as a Q&A sheet for parents.
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Day Care Letter
(Target Audience: Child care providers and parents of young children)
This tool is designed for providers to use with patients. When a child has been ill, many schools will not allow a child to return to day care without an antibiotic treatment. However, not all infections can or should be treated with an antibiotic. This letter explains that the child has a viral illness and will not be receiving antibiotics and should be allowed to return to day care once his or her fever is gone, Health care providers should fill out and sign this letter for parents to give to their child's provider. |
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Prescription Pads
(Target Audience: Parents of young children and adult consumers ages 18-49 years)
This tool is designed for providers to use with patients. This 4-color 4"x6" prescription pad is actually a checklist for physicians to describe symptomatic relief for viral illness diagnosis. |
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Prescription Adherence Tool
(Target Audience: Adult s ages 18-49 years)
This tool is intended for use in pharmacies, clinics, other healthcare facilities where antibiotic prescriptions are filled. It is intended to promote adherence to antibiotic therapy by citing ways that consumers can use antibiotics appropriately. It also raises awareness about why appropriate antibiotic use is important. |
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Virus Bacteria Chart
(Target Audience: Parents of young children and adult consumers ages 18-49 years)
Take a look at this chart to find out which upper respiratory infections are usually caused by viruses — germs that are not killed by antibiotics. |
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Snort. Sniffle. Sneeze. No Antibiotics Please.
African American Poster
(Target Audience: Parents of young children and adult consumers ages 18-49 years)
This full color 17"x22" poster is planned for use in doctor's offices, clinics, other healthcare facilities, and media outlets. It is intended to raise awareness about appropriate antibiotic use for upper respiratory infections in children. It explains that antibiotics are not the best answer for a cold or flu. |
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Snort. Sniffle. Sneeze. No Antibiotics Please.
Caucasian Poster
(Target Audience: Parents of young children and adult consumers ages 18-49 years)
This full color 17"x22" poster is planned for use in doctor's offices, clinics, other healthcare facilities, and media outlets. It is intended to raise awareness about appropriate antibiotic use for upper respiratory infections in children. It explains that antibiotics are not the best answer for a cold or flu.
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Automedicarse con antibióticos puede perjudicar su salud.
Spanish-Language Poster
(Target Audience: Spanish speakers ages 18-49 years)
This full color 17"x22" poster is planned for use in doctor's offices, clinics, other healthcare facilities, and media outlets. It is intended to raise awareness about appropriate antibiotic use for upper respiratory infections. It explains that antibiotics are not the best answer. |
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Warning: Antibiotics don't work for viruses like colds and the flu.
Healthy Adult
Poster
(Target Audience: Healthy adults ages 18-49 years)
This full color 17"x22" poster is planned for use in doctor's offices, clinics, other healthcare facilities, and media outlets. It is intended to raise awareness about appropriate antibiotic use for upper respiratory infections in adults. It explains that antibiotics are not the best answer for a cold or flu. |
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| Get Smart materials for healthcare providers |
Visit the Healthcare Providers page to view these materials, including treatment guidelines and detailing sheets.
Some documents are available here in Adobe Acrobat Reader format (PDF). To view or print them, you must have Adobe Acrobat Reader (version 3.0 or higher) installed on your computer.
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Talking with Patients About Antibiotic Use: An Interaction Model
(Target Audience: Healthy adults ages 18-49 years)
This video displays a conversation between a healthcare provider and a patient. the physician explains to the patient the difference between bacteria and virus and why colds are not treated with antibiotics.
This video was produced in partnership with
Kaiser Permanente
and is available for download only
(cannot be ordered)
All rights reserved, including broadcast of any kind, copying, or reproduction of this material in violation of copyright laws.
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The Get Smart: Know When Antibiotics Work campaign has a variety of promotional items bearing the Get Smart logo. Promotional items are a great way to spread the message of appropriate antibiotic use. Theses items can be ordered directly from the manufacturer with the information provided below. |
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Stethoscope Clips
Contact Information:
Company API Source
Phone: 301-731-6100 ext.114
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Buttons (English and Spanish)
Contact Information:
Company: ePromos
Phone: 212-286-8008 ext.106
Item #: X-3018 Buttons 2-14 Inch Round
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Pocket Tissues
Contact Information:
Company: API Source
Phone: 301-731-6100 x114
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Post-it® Notes
Contact Information:
Company: API Source
Phone: 301-731-6100 x114 |
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Shirts
Contact Information:
Company: API Source
Phone: 301-731-6100 x114
Item #: L462 Women's Mid Sleeve Sport Shirt
Item #" K448 Man's Polo with no pocket
Color: Black and White Embroider of Get Smart logo
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Tote Bags
Contact Information:
Company: PCNametag
Phone: 800-206-4804 ext. 138
Item #: BTUXE Knightsbridge Tote Large
Color: Black with one color Get Smart logo in black with website address beneath. Dimensions 17"x14"
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Bracelets
Contact Information:
Company: Jacob Davis Productions
Phone: 407-656-8142
Item: Custom Rubber Bracelet
Color: Orange (PMS: 1375) with imprint "Know When Antibiotics Work"
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Pens
Contact Information:
Company: PromoCorp
Phone: 703-942-7100 ext. 204
Color: Blue with white Get Smart logo and website address
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Lanyards
Contact Information:
Company: API Source
Phone: 301-731-6100 x114
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Travel Mugs
Contact Information:
Company: API Source
Phone: 301-731-6100 x114 |
If you have any questions or would like to learn more about using the above promotional items, please email the Get Smart campaign at GetSmart@cdc.gov.
In addition to the materials listed above, there are a variety of Public Service Announcements (PSAs).
These Radio PSAs are available as a national version (with CDC contact information) or can be adapted for local implementation.
The Get Smart campaign has one TV PSA, which is targeted to parents of young children. This TV PSA is available as a national version (with CDC contact information) or can be adapted for local implementation.
