Winter respiratory infections: Are they viral or bacterial?

Did you know an estimated 55% of antibiotic prescriptions for respiratory tract infections in outpatients are unnecessary?1 

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Reference:
1. Steinman MA, et al. JAMA. 2003;289(6):719–725. doi: 10.1001/jama.289.6.719