Antibiotic Resistance Directory
Antibiotics are drugs that treat bacterial infections. They are often used to treat strep throat, UTIs, and other infections. Though many people think they help with colds, the flu, and sore throat caused by viruses, they do not treat these illnesses. Antibiotic resistance occurs when the bacteria have adapted to certain antibiotics, making the drugs less effective. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how antibiotic resistance is caused, how to treat it, and much more.
Medical Reference
Understanding MRSA Infection
Learn more from WebMD about MRSA, a contagious and antibiotic-resistant staph bacteria that leads to potentially dangerous infections.
Flu Treatment With Antibiotics
WebMD explains why you shouldn't take antibiotics for a flu.
Preventing MRSA Infections
Learn about the prevention of MRSA -- a type of staph infection -- from the experts at WebMD.
Symptoms of MRSA Infection
WebMD explains the symptoms of MRSA, a potentially dangerous staph infection.
Features
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Using Antibiotics Correctly
Sinus specialist Jordan S. Josephson, MD, talks about the use and misuse of antibiotics.
CDC Director Tom Frieden, MD, on Antibiotics
CDC Director Tom Frieden, MD, on Antibiotics
Do I Need an Antibiotic?
Antibiotics are life-saving drugs, but sometimes they can cause more harm than good.
The White House’s Plan to Fight Superbugs
The White House has released its plan to fight superbugs, which kill 23,000 people every year.