Is It Safe To Give Antibiotics To Your Kids? | Lourdes Hospital, Kochi

It is a common misconception that whatever is the reason for the illness is the parents ask for antibiotics for their kids. this is a dangerous practice that we are seeing nowadays as this developed antibiotic resistance in the kids which will lead to further problems in the future.

Dr. Rojo Joy Our Senior Neonatologist & Paediatrician Consultant, explain the need of consulting the doctor and only take the antibiotics if needed.

World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) is celebrated from 18-24 November every year. The 2021 theme, Spread Awareness, Stop Resistance, calls on One Health stakeholders, policymakers, health care providers, and the general public to be Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness champions.