Antibiotics play a crucial role in combating bacterial infections, saving lives, and protecting our health. Yet, the misuse of these powerful medications, especially for viral infections where they have no effect, can lead to antibiotic resistance, making it harder to treat common bacterial diseases in the future. Responsible antibiotic use is essential for maintaining their effectiveness and ensuring they continue to save lives. It is so important to distinguish between bacterial and viral infections, and understand.why prescribing antibiotics for the latter will end up doing more harm than good in the future.