Why we don't always prescribe antibiotics
You've been sick for days–sniffling, coughing, and filling your wastebasket with crumpled tissues. You finally decide to visit the IU Health Center for help. But when you get here, all you get is sympathy.
Why don't we prescribe antibiotics when you're sick? It's because they're completely ineffective against viral infections like colds and flu.
How We Decide to Prescribe Antibiotics
When you come to the Health Center, we evaluate your symptoms and ask a lot of questions about how long you ha…
Welcome, first-year students!
As you prepare for your move to campus, don't forget to pack these items. Together, they form the ultimate Freshman First-Aid Kit. And they'll help you cope with minor illnesses or injuries throughout your time at Indiana University.
A thermometer. If you only buy one thing listed here, make it a thermometer. The first thing we always ask students who call the Health Center is if they have a fever. It's one of the best indicators whether you need to see a doctor or not.
Alcohol wipes. They're a qu…
