Get Smart: Antibiotic Use
What Everyone Should Know and Do
If you have a cold or flu, antibiotics won't work for you. What can you do to protect yourself or your child.
Symptom Relief
What you can do to feel better if antibiotics won’t treat your illness. Includes questions & answers about over-the-counter medicines.
Antibiotic Resistance Questions & Answers
Answers to questions about bacteria, viruses, antibiotics, antibiotic resistance, antibacterial cleaning agents, acne medication, and probiotics.
Antibiotic Resistance Fast Facts
Facts about antibiotic resistance and how you can help prevent antibiotic resistance.
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