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Antibiotics422511/18/2025 3:22:27 PM11/18/2025 3:22:27 PMMake sure you know about each of the medicines you take This includes why you take it, how to take it, what you can expect while you're taking it, and any warnings about the 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Using Antibiotics Wisely419711/18/2025 3:22:26 PM11/18/2025 3:22:26 PMAntibiotics are drugs used to kill bacteria Bacteria can cause infections such as strep throat, ear infections, and pneumonia They don't kill viruses or help with allergies 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Acne: Treatment With Antibiotics394911/18/2025 3:22:26 PM11/18/2025 3:22:26 PMDoctors often prescribe antibiotics to treat severe acne or acne that's likely to leave Antibiotics improve the look of your skin by killing bacteria that cause acne 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
People Who Need Antibiotics to Prevent Endocarditis550211/18/2025 3:22:27 PM11/18/2025 3:22:27 PMheart conditions, you may need to take antibiotics before you have some dental or surgical The antibiotics lower your risk of getting endocarditis 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Antibiotics for Skin Conditions: Care Instructions923911/18/2025 3:22:23 PM11/18/2025 3:22:23 PMAntibiotics are medicines that kill bacteria Bacteria can cause some skin problems or conditions, such as impetigo They can also lead to problems There are many types of antibiotics 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Appendicitis Treated With Antibiotics: Care Instructions737111/18/2025 3:22:29 PM11/18/2025 3:22:29 PMAppendicitis is one of the causes of serious belly pain It happens when the appendix becomes inflamed The appendix is a small sac that is Some cases can be treated with antibiotics0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Antibiotic-resistant organisms (ARO): When you're in the hospital289611/18/2025 3:22:26 PM11/18/2025 3:22:26 PMAntibiotic-Resistant Organisms (ARO) When you're in the hospital What are antibiotic-resistant organisms (AROs This means that some types of antibiotics can’t kill them 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Antibiotics for Skin Conditions in Children: Care Instructions868311/18/2025 3:22:30 PM11/18/2025 3:22:30 PMAntibiotics are medicines that kill bacteria Bacteria can cause some skin problems or conditions They can also lead to problems like acne and There are many types of antibiotics 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Learning About the Safe Use of Antibiotics671611/18/2025 3:22:28 PM11/18/2025 3:22:28 PMAntibiotics are drugs used to kill bacteria These include strep throat, ear infections, and pneumonia They don't kill viruses or help with allergies They don't help illnesses such as 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Antibiotic Sensitivity Test62111/18/2025 3:22:21 PM11/18/2025 3:22:21 PMAn antibiotic sensitivity (or susceptibility) test is done to help choose the antibiotic that will be most effective against the 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Combination Antibiotic - Topical2093211/18/2025 3:22:24 PM11/18/2025 3:22:24 PMminor skin wounds may heal faster when an antibiotic is applied to the affected area This product contains antibiotics that work by slowing or stopping the growth of 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Antibiotic-resistant organisms (ARO): When you're in the hospital833311/18/2025 3:22:30 PM11/18/2025 3:22:30 PMAntibiotic-Resistant Organisms (ARO) When you're in the hospital What are antibiotic-resistant organisms (AROs This means that some types of antibiotics can’t kill them0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Why You Don't Need Antibiotics for Bronchitis23914System Account11/6/2014 10:19:06 PM11/6/2014 10:19:06 PMSTS_ListItem_GenericListhttp://wsphpprd02:1001/Health/Lists/HealthVideoSearch/AllItems.aspx0http://wsphpprd02:1001/healthFalsehttp://wsphpprd02:1001/health{93C7E1AD-5F68-4647-BE30-727EB6FE5E7B}~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;645
Why Children Don't Need Antibiotics for Colds or Flu24155System Account11/6/2014 10:19:05 PM11/6/2014 10:19:05 PMSTS_ListItem_GenericListhttp://wsphpprd02:1001/Health/Lists/HealthVideoSearch/AllItems.aspx0http://wsphpprd02:1001/healthFalsehttp://wsphpprd02:1001/health{EF821309-EF70-4EDC-85C7-F3998B85ADFF}~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;645
Urinary tract infections: Urine testing and when to treat a urinary tract infection (UTI)378011/18/2025 3:22:26 PM11/18/2025 3:22:26 PMUrinary Tract Infections Urine testing and when to treat a urinary tract infection (UTI) A It is usually treated with antibiotics to kill bacteria (germs Only use antibiotics when 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Impetigo544811/18/2025 3:22:27 PM11/18/2025 3:22:27 PMBriefly looks at impetigo, a common bacterial skin infection in children Covers treatment with antibiotics 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococci (VRE)546211/18/2025 3:22:27 PM11/18/2025 3:22:27 PMenterococci that have developed resistance to many antibiotics, especially vancomycin Enterococci bacteria live in our intestines and on our skin, usually without causing problems 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Penicillin Allergy478211/18/2025 3:22:27 PM11/18/2025 3:22:27 PMreaction that occurs when your body's immune system overreacts to these antibiotics Many people who believe that they have an allergy to penicillin don't have it 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Lyme Disease410811/18/2025 3:22:27 PM11/18/2025 3:22:27 PMDiscusses Lyme disease, an infection spread by ticks Covers symptoms and Lyme disease tests Covers treatment with antibiotics Includes info on complications from not treating Lyme 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Anthrax485211/18/2025 3:22:27 PM11/18/2025 3:22:27 PMDiscusses anthrax, a disease caused byBacillus anthracisbacteria Covers symptoms based on the three types of infection Discusses treatment with antibiotics and other medicines 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Cellulitis533411/18/2025 3:22:27 PM11/18/2025 3:22:27 PMDiscusses cellulitis, a skin infection caused by bacteria Discusses how bacteria can get into the body through cuts, scrapes, and broken skin Discusses treatment with antibiotics 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)546111/18/2025 3:22:27 PM11/18/2025 3:22:27 PMDiscusses methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), a type of staph bacteria Discusses antibiotic resistance of MRSA 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Pneumonia419811/18/2025 3:22:26 PM11/18/2025 3:22:26 PMDiscusses pneumonia, a lung infection caused by bacteria Covers mild symptoms of walking pneumonia and more severe symptoms of other Includes info on treatment using antibiotics 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Mononucleosis Complications468511/18/2025 3:22:26 PM11/18/2025 3:22:26 PMMost people recover from mononucleosis (mono) without any complications Red spots or rash, which can develop if you are taking certain antibiotics The rash is not an allergic 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Urinary Tract Infections in Children515711/18/2025 3:22:27 PM11/18/2025 3:22:27 PMDiscusses urinary tract infection in children 12 years and younger Covers symptoms and how problems might be diagnosed with urinalysis or a urine Looks at treatment with antibiotics 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Clostridioides Difficile (C. diff) Colitis551411/18/2025 3:22:28 PM11/18/2025 3:22:28 PMDiscusses Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) bacteria that cause swelling and irritation of the large intestine, or Looks at how you may get C. diff colitis if you take antibiotics 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Strep Throat Complications387111/18/2025 3:22:27 PM11/18/2025 3:22:27 PMrare but can occur, especially if strep throat is not properly treated with antibiotics Complications can be related either to the strep infection or to the body's immune response 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Infant and Toddler Health315111/18/2025 3:22:26 PM11/18/2025 3:22:26 PMProvides links to topics that cover common parenting questions about infant and toddler health an episode of croup, and whether to give your child antibiotics for an ear infection 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Bacterial Vaginosis432511/18/2025 3:22:26 PM11/18/2025 3:22:26 PMCovers symptoms like vaginal discharge and odour Covers possible complications, including miscarriage, premature birth, and pelvic inflammatory Looks at treatment with antibiotics 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045
Urinary Tract Infections in Teenagers and Adults433511/18/2025 3:22:26 PM11/18/2025 3:22:26 PMDiscusses urinary tract infection in teens and adults Covers symptoms and how problems might be diagnosed with urinalysis or a urine culture Looks at treatment with antibiotics 0False~sitecollection/_catalogs/masterpage/Display Templates/Search/Item_AllResults.js45;045

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