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Why Some Kids Are Getting Unnecessary Meds

Contributor: Chris Donovan
Email: donovan@nbcactionnews.com
Last Update: 11/09 5:44 am
UNDATED -- Some pediatricans may be giving your kids antibiotics, they don't really need.  They believe some parents just want them so their little ones can feel better.

This information comes from a study of pediatricians in Italy.  Pediatricians also gave antibiotics out when they weren't sure what was making the child sick.

Some experts warn against this new trend.  They think over-prescribing antibiotics can lead to antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

Doctors say these antibiotics won't treat flu and colds because they are virus.


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