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These print materials focus on how antibiotics do not work for viral illnesses like a cold and the flu.
These print materials focus on the issue of antibiotic resistance and emphasize the importance of appropriate antibiotic prescribing and use. We encourage you to share these materials widely with your partners and colleagues.
Brochure
Cold or Flu. Antibiotics Don’t Work for You.
This tri-fold 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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(PHF product #GS-001)
Poster
Warning: Antibiotics Don’t Work for Viruses Like Colds and the Flu.
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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- Printer friendly version in black & white [2 pages]
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(CDC-INFO product #999492) - Order bulk quantities
(PHF product #GS-010)
Fact Sheets
Get Smart About Antibiotics Week: What You Need to Know
This 2-page, full color 8.5"x11" fact sheet provides a snapshot of the Get Smart About Antibiotics Week observance and highlights activities that partners can participate in to promote the week.
- Page last reviewed: January 5, 2017
- Page last updated: April 11, 2017
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