Antibiotics Aren't Always the Answer: Chart | CDC Features

Antibiotics do not fight infections caused by viruses like colds, most sore throats and bronchitis, and some ear infections. Unneeded antibiotics may lead to future antibiotic-resistant infections. Symptom relief might be the best treatment option.
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- Syndication ID: 6391
- Language: English
- Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- Date Syndication Captured: Monday, May 23, 2016 at 10:03 PM
- Date Syndication Updated: Monday, May 23, 2016 at 10:15 PM
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