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Sometimes it’s hard to know if an antibiotic is really needed, and that’s okay! Asking questions like “Is this necessary?” helps you feel confident about your care. This #USAAW25, remember: you and your healthcare provider are a team. Learn how the appropriate use of antibiotics can help fight #AntimicrobialResistance: https://lnkd.in/gv3EWdxf Together, you and your healthcare provider can make the best decision for your health and protect antibiotics for the future! 💜

#DYK that animals, including livestock, can carry germs that can spread and contribute to #AntimicrobialResistance (AR)? 🐮 💡 Discover the simple actions you can take to protect yourself and fight AR: https://lnkd.in/gTdrV45H

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Today is Universal Children's Day! 🥳 Every child, everywhere, has the right to a safe, healthy, and fulfilling life. Today, the whole world comes together to stand up for kids! We're talking about their right to go to school, to be protected, to be treated fairly, and to have their voices heard. WIC is here to support children and families by providing access to nutritious foods, health care referrals, breastfeeding support, nutrition education, and so much more—from pregnancy to your child’s 5th birthday! 💖 Learn more and find a clinic near you: https://lnkd.in/gp_QVXcC #UniversalChildrensDay #ForEveryChild This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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💊 Antibiotics aren’t one-size-fits-all. What works for you could be harmful, or simply not work, for someone else. This #USAAW25, remember the No Sharing Rule: ✨ Never share your antibiotics. ✨ Never take someone else’s. Your prescription is meant for you. That’s how we keep antibiotics safe and effective for everyone. Learn more about the appropriate use of antibiotics here: https://lnkd.in/gbhNUR4z

Antibiotics are valuable tools for treating bacterial infections, but any use can cause side effects and contribute to #AntimicrobialResistance (AR). See below for ways you can keep yourself and others healthy during respiratory virus season! 💡 Learn more about how the appropriate use of antibiotics can help fight AR: https://lnkd.in/gbhNUR4z #USAAW25

It’s Crash Responder Safety Week 🚨 In recent years, AZ has seen hundreds of ”struck-by” incidents. And most are preventable! Remember: safety starts with you. When you see flashing lights: ✋ Slow down ➡️ Move over Read more: https://lnkd.in/gsptPCiC

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Antibiotics are lifesaving medicines, but only when used the right way. This #USAAW25, let’s work together to protect their power! If you’re sick, don’t self-diagnose or push for antibiotics “just in case.” Viruses and fungal infections don’t respond to them, and misuse can make antibiotics less effective for everyone. Talk with your doctor, care for your body, and let’s save antibiotics for when they really count. 💜 Learn more about the appropriate use of antibiotics here: https://lnkd.in/gbhNUR4z