Antibiotics Awareness Week runs through November 24

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) – Antibiotic Awareness Week, which is happening Nov. 18-24, highlights the importance of appropriate antibiotic use.

It’s a message that Carilion Clinic wants to bring to everyone’s attention.

Antibiotics are often the go-to when we’re sick, but health officials remind you that they only treat infections caused by bacteria, like strep throat. When a virus causes symptoms, like a sore throat, flu or common cold, antibiotics won’t help…

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