07/14/2026
๐ฉบ๐ Medical Myth Monday Answer ๐๐ฉบ
The Answer Is... โ FALSE!
๐ Great job to everyone who voted!
Many of you got it right!
๐ก MYTH:
"Antibiotics can cure the flu."
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FACT:
Antibiotics DO NOT work against viruses like the flu, COVID-19, or RSV.
Antibiotics are only effective against bacterial infections, such as Strep Throat and certain bacterial illnesses.
๐คง The flu is caused by a virus, so antibiotics won't help you recover faster.
Instead, treatment usually includes:
โ Rest
โ Plenty of fluids
โ Fever and pain reducers (as recommended by your healthcare provider)
โ Antiviral medications when appropriate and prescribed