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Colds, Flu, and Other Respiratory Infections

Don’t rush to antibiotics.

April 22, 2026
Which Antibiotic Are You?

This fun quiz helps you discover which antibiotic best matches your personality. It’s a great way to spark conversations about AMR and get people thinking about antibiotics in a new way.

November 18, 2025
Fun for all! AMR games from Firstline

Learn key facts about a variety of pathogens and antimicrobials in an engaging, interactive, and fun platform. A new puzzle will be released daily throughout WAAW 2025, after which all puzzles will remain accessible for replay.

November 18, 2025
Patients for Patient Safety Canada

Patients for Patients Safety Canada (PFPSC) is the collective voice of patients and families who experienced preventable healthcare harm. Visit the webpage for patient stories and other resources developed specifically for patients and the public.

September 12, 2024
Antibiotics and the Zoo Living In You

The microbiome is an important environment of trillions of organisms living on and within you. Watch this video to learn how antibiotics can disrupt this delicate ecosystem and what you can do to protect your microbiome.

September 12, 2024
Antibiotics and You

This video explains what antibiotics and the microbiome are, how they work, and the side-effects that you may experience. It also suggests questions to ask your healthcare providers when you have been prescribed an antibiotic.

September 12, 2024
Bronchitis: Let’s talk

Infographic from Public Health Ontario about whether antibiotics are needed for bronchitis.

September 12, 2024
Sore Throat: Let’s talk

Infographic from Public Health Ontario about whether antibiotics are needed for a sore throat.

September 12, 2024
Sinus Infection: Let’s talk

Infographic from Public Health Ontario about whether antibiotics are needed for sinus infections.

September 12, 2024
Ear Infection: Let’s talk

Infographic from Public Health Ontario about whether antibiotics are needed for ear infections.

September 12, 2024
Do You Need Antibiotics? 5 Questions to Discuss with your Doctor

Infographic from Public Health Ontario provides guidance for patients on what to expect if you do or don’t take antibiotics.

September 12, 2024
Antibiotics for cold and flu symptoms?

This handy infographic from the Pharmacy5in5 team at the University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy provides information on the appropriate use of antibiotics for common respiratory tract infections.

September 12, 2024
Sometimes No Antibiotic is the Best Prescription

This short video for patients explores when you may not need antibiotics for upper respiratory tract infections and what you can do to feel better without antibiotics.

September 12, 2024
Guide to Wise Use of Antibiotics

This guide, produced by the Do Bugs Need Drugs program at Alberta Health Services helps you learn more about the wise use of antibiotics for your family. Discover which symptoms require medical attention and the best way to stop the spread of infections. Available in several languages, including four Indigenous languages.

April 9, 2024
AntibioticWise

AntibioticWise offers videos and answers to your questions about antibiotics, their use, and antibiotic resistance. Learn about when and when not to use antibiotics.

April 9, 2024
Public Health Agency of Canada

Canada’s leading public health authority provides information on antibiotic resistance (and AMR), its causes, risks to human health, and the correct use of antibiotics. Learn how the Canadian government tracks and responds to this critical public health challenge.

April 9, 2024

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