Resistance to Antibiotics are a Threat to Health

Antibiotic resistance is a growing crisis, killing 25,000 people annually in Europe. Once-effective antibiotics are losing their power, and new cures are hard to find. A case study of Luyanda Luha highlights the challenges of treating drug-resistant tuberculosis, requiring prolonged and complex treatment. Drug-resistant infections like TB, E. coli, and gonorrhea are on the rise. Overuse of antibiotics exacerbates the problem, prompting campaigns for responsible use. Patients and doctors must ensure antibiotics are used appropriately to combat this issue.

What is the significance of European Antibiotic Awareness Day as described in the text?

What advice is given regarding the prescription of antibiotics for viral infections?