Use Antibiotics Properly Always Consult a Doctor
| Lai: | My son looks very ill so he needs antibiotics? |
| Super: | Antibiotics? |
| Female Doctor: | No he has caught a flu, which is a viral infection Antibiotics can only treat bacterial infections |
| Super: | Antibiotics can only treat bacterial infections |
| Lai: | So when are antibiotics necessary? |
| Female Doctor: | Antibiotics should be prescribed by doctors Instructions and advice on prescription bags should always be followed |
| Super: | Hand hygiene Wear mask Cook food thoroughly Cover wounds Minimise contact |
| Female Doctor: | Misusing antibiotics can make bacteria resistant and harder to kill |
| Super: | Bacterial resistance |
| Lai: | Told you we need to consult a doctor before using antibiotics |
| Boy: | Of course you did! |
| Super: | Use Antibiotics Properly Always Consult a Doctor Centre for Health Protection logo Department of Health logo |
