New CDC Report Shows That 30% Of Antibiotics Are Prescribed Unnecessarily

By Gemma Gaudette

Published November 18, 2019 at 2:22 PM MST

Antibiotics are used to combat bacterial infections and have been an important medication since their inception. However, there has been a startling finding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Around 30% of antibiotic prescriptions are unnecessary. Idaho Matters takes a closer look at this issue with Dr. Harold Kunz.

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Gemma Gaudette

Hi! I’m Gemma Gaudette, the host of the award-winning show, Idaho Matters. During the day you’ll find me researching and writing about all the fascinating topics we tackle on our show. And of course, at noon, each weekday you’ll find me live behind the microphone as Idaho Matters airs.

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