Main Menu
Understanding Healthcare
Now a Health Minute. Antibiotics help keep you healthy by preventing and treating infections caused by bacteria.
Understanding Antibiotic ResistanceNow a Health Minute. Antibiotics help keep you healthy by preventing and treating infections caused by bacteria.But bacteria can change over time. When this happens, bacteria no longer respond to the drugs designed to destroy them. This can make infections in the future harder to treat, leaving some people without protection.This is called Antibiotic Resistance.Antibiotic Resistance happens when antibiotics are taken too often and not correctly. Antibiotics only treat bacterial infections, not viruses such as colds, flu, or runny noses.That’s why it’s important to only take your prescription as directed by your healthcare provider. For more information on antibiotic resistance, go to cdc.gov/antibiotic-use/antibiotic-resistance.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
Featured in
Watch this video to understand the difference between brand name and generic medications.
Watch this video for a checklist on the safest ways to use antibiotics.
Watch this video to learn what pulse oximetry is and why it's an important newborn screening.
Learn how to recognize, avoid and manage the side effects which you might experience while taking medication.
