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What are the two ways that bacteria can develop resistance to specific drugs?2.
What are the two main dangers of taking an antibiotic when you have a viral infection?3.
You have a bacterial infection and the doctor prescribes a ten-day course of antibiotics. By day seven you feel no symptoms of your illness. Should you stop taking the antibiotics?
Why or why not?4.
If you have a bacterial infection, is it safe to take leftover antibiotics from an earlier illness? Why or why not?5.
When you visit the doctor for a viral infection, what can you do to help control antibiotic resistance?6.
In a home setting, is it generally better to use traditional soap or antibacterial soap?