It is forgotten today how antibiotics revolutionized medicine. With everyday use, the miracle has become routine.
Essentially, the problem is that as soon as antibiotics are used, bacteria begin to evolve resistance.
What can be done? Limit antibiotic use to important cases. Some large-scale agricultural enterprises routinely feed antibiotics to cattle as a "growth promotant".
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What can the individual do? Take all of the tablets. A "course of antibiotics" is designed to kill all of the bacteria which constitute an infection. Stopping as soon as you feel better, with some tablets left, creates an ideal situation for resistant bacteria to evolve.
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