Improve Outpatient Antibiotic Use

For Everyone

At a glance

  • At least 28% of antibiotic prescriptions are unnecessary.
  • Share these graphics across communication channels to spread awareness about outpatient antibiotic prescribing.
  • Image seen here, gifs available below.
  • Remember to use #BeAntibioticsAware in social media posts.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026
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1 page infographic. “Improve Outpatient Antibiotic Use” “At least 28% of antibiotic prescriptions are unnecessary in US doctors’ offices and Eds” “72% of antibiotic prescriptions are likely necessary. “But we still need to improve drug selection, dose and duration). BAA logo in bottom left-hand corner, CDC/HHS badge and “Learn more at cdc.gov/antibiotic-use” in bottom right-hand corner.

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Content Source:
National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID)