HISTORY OF ANTIBIOTICS

In 1929, Alexander Fleming was analyzing bacteria when he noticed that green mold could eradicate or prevent the growth of the bacteria he was studying.

This led to one of the most important medical discoveries of the 20th century: the use of antibiotics against diseases like polio and tuberculosis

Antibiotics have saved many lives and nearly eliminated diseases that wreaked havoc for centuries

What Antibiotics Are Good For

Antibiotics have been so effective that their overuse is now a serious health problem

Many common health issues that we have are viral, like the common cold and flu.

Antibiotics cannot cure viral issues; those illnesses must run their course.

Antibiotics help greatly for bacterial sicknesses, like bronchitis and or ear infection.