THE IRISH PHARMACY Union has issued a warning about the overuse and misuse of antibiotics.

IPU President Daragh Connolly said antibiotic resistance is “one of the most significant threats to patient safety in Ireland”.

He said growing misuse is leading to heightened antibiotic resistance around the world which is making it harder to tackle chronic disease and illnesses.

Connolly warned that antibiotics will not work on viruses like colds and flu, but that many people take them for this reason.

So, what about you: Do you take antibiotics for a cold?

Poll Results:

No (16388)

Yes (615)

Don't know (128)

Yes
No
Don't know

Making a difference

A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation.

For the price of one cup of coffee each week you can make sure we can keep reliable, meaningful news open to everyone regardless of their ability to pay.

Support us Learn More

Poll: Do you take antibiotics for a cold?

Poll Results:

Making a difference

A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation.