General/Le public
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Patients for Patient Safety Canada
The patient-led program of Healthcare Excellence Canada hosts a webpage in support of World Antimicrobial Awareness Week. Visit the webpage for patient stories and other resources developed…
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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…
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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…
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Bronchitis: Let’s talk
Infographic from Public Health Ontario about whether antibiotics are needed for bronchitis.
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Sore Throat: Let’s talk
Infographic from Public Health Ontario about whether antibiotics are needed for a sore throat.
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Sinus Infection: Let’s talk
Infographic from Public Health Ontario about whether antibiotics are needed for sinus infections.
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Ear Infection: Let’s talk
Infographic from Public Health Ontario about whether antibiotics are needed for ear infections.
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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.
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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…
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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.
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Guide to Wise Use of Antibiotics
Learn what symptoms signal the need for medical attention and the best way to stop the spread of infections.
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AntibioticWise
Learn about when and when not to use antibiotics.
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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…