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Do Bugs Need Drugs?

  

A community education program for the wise use of antibiotics


  • Wash your hands

    • Handwashing is the best way to stop the spread of infections

  • Not all bugs are created equal

    • Antibiotics work against bacteria, but not against viruses

  • Use antibiotics wisely!

    • Bacteria can become resistant to antibiotics

For more information, visit Do Bugs Need Drugs? on the BCCDC website
Last Updated: July 15, 2009
 

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