Antibiotic Use & Drug Resistance Materials

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At a glance

  • Drug resistance (or antimicrobial resistance) occurs when bacteria no longer respond to the drug designed to kill them.
  • Share these graphics on social media and on websites to promote appropriate antibiotic use and combat drug resistance.
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  • Remember to use #BeAntibioticsAware in social media posts.
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Healthcare setting display encouraging appropriate antibiotic use to prevent antimicrobial resistance.

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“Antibiotic use can contribute to antimicrobial resistance.” BAA logo in bottom left-hand corner, CDC logo and “Learn more at www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use” in bottom right-hand corner.
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“Antimicrobial resistance happens when germs like bacteria and fungi develop the ability to defeat the drugs designed to kill them.” BAA logo in bottom left-hand corner, CDC logo and “Learn more at www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use” in bottom right-hand corner.
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“Using antibiotics inappropriately compromises their effectiveness.” BAA logo in bottom left-hand corner, CDC logo and “Learn more at www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use” in bottom right-hand corner.
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“Antimicrobial resistance threatens our ability to treat infections, including those that can lead to sepsis.” BAA logo in bottom left-hand corner, CDC logo and “Learn more at www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use” in bottom right-hand corner.
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NEED “Talk to a healthcare professional about the best treatment for your illness.” BAA logo in bottom left-hand corner, CDC logo and “Learn more at www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use” in bottom right-hand corner.
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National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID)
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Published: March 6, 2026
Updated: September 17, 2026

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Reviewed: September 17, 2026

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