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CDC has many graphics related to antibiotic prescribing, use, and resistance. Below is just a sample of those materials. Use these tools in media stories, newsletters, social media, or other outreach efforts. Please credit CDC when using these graphics except in social media where space is limited.

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Antibiotic Resistance Threats in the United States, 2013 Digital Press Kit
White House Announces National Strategy for Combating Antibiotic-Resistance Bacteria Digital Press Kit
CDC’s antibiotic resistance Pinterest page
Detect and Protect Against Antibiotic Resistance Initiative
Get Smart: Know When Antibiotics Work
When Antibiotics are Urgent and Necessary[1 page]
Vital Signs

Understanding Inappropriate Antibiotic Use
Target Audience: General public and healthcare professionals

This infographic explains the types of inappropriate antibiotic use. The graphic shows an example of unnecessary use or overuse and an example of misuse or incorrect prescription.

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Reasons Antibiotic Prescribing Guidelines Are Not Followed
Target Audience: General public and healthcare professionals

This infographic outlines three reasons antibiotic prescribing guidelines are not followed: belief that non-recommended antibiotics are a better option, concern for patient satisfaction, and fear of infection complications.

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Improving Antibiotic Prescribing
Target Audience: Healthcare professionals

This infographic explains three ways healthcare professionals can improve antibiotic prescribing: staying up to date on clinical guidelines, communicating with patients regarding expectations, and counseling patients about antibiotic resistance.

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6 Smart Facts About Antibiotic Use
Target Audience: General public

This infographic reviews six facts about antibiotic use: antibiotics are life-saving, antibiotics only treat bacterial infections, not all ear infections and sore throats require antibiotics, green colored mucus is not a sign of a bacterial infection and that taking antibiotics does have risks.

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