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Antibiotic resistance
Antibiotics are important medicines. They help fight infections that are caused by bacteria. Antibiotic resistance (when an antibiotic is no longer effective) is now a major cause of concern and these pages will provide a useful guide to the whole subject. The Department is running an awareness campaign to encourage more prudent use of antibiotics.
The Department of Health is running an awareness campaign to promote the careful use of antibiotics; this includes a poster campaign and a teachers resource pack.
Frequently asked questions from members of the public about antibiotics and antibiotic resistance.
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