Category Antibiotics

Antibiotic Resistance

Because of antibiotics, half a century ago we thought we had beaten the bugs. Not so! Today, the misuse and overuse of these life-saving medicines is contributing to one of the greatest threats to human health. Every time we use… Continue Reading →

What do you mean I can’t have an antibiotic?

There is a worldwide push to decrease the amount of antibiotics used for illness where they are not effective. I realise that when you are stuffed up with a severe cold or flu or even if you have a sinus… Continue Reading →

The importance of a balance of the bugs in your bowel

Heard about the microbiome? Well they are your favourite bugs and they are working with you to keep you well. You start getting bugs from your mum when you are born and they continue to accumulate throughout your life. So… Continue Reading →

Antibiotic Awareness

Watch Dr John speaking at the launch of the NPS MedicineWise Antibiotic Awareness Week.

Spread knowledge, not infections

Because of antibiotics, half a century ago we thought we had beaten the bugs. Not so! Today, the misuse and overuse of these life-saving medicines is contributing to one of the greatest threats to human health. Every time we use… Continue Reading →

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