The immune system fights off germs and keeps us healthy. There are a lot of cells, chemicals, molecules, and ridiculously complex reactions and processes involved in how the immune system works. If you want to be a vaccination wiz, it’s essential to understand why and how they work. However, you don’t have to sit with […]
Antibiotics have been around since the 1920’s and play a huge role in the treatment of bacterial infections. But when used incorrectly, antibiotics can do more harm than good. Treating infections is becoming increasingly more difficult. The overuse and misuse of antibiotics can cause antibiotic resistance, which happens when the bacteria changes to survive antibiotics. This can promote […]
Antibiotics do not fight viruses. Do NOT take antibiotics when you have a viral infection. It will not make you feel better or be better. It can make you sicker. When you take antibiotics for a viral infection it can increase your risk of further infection by increasing antibiotic resistance. When you take antibiotics for a viral infection […]