Bacteria vs Virus: Are We Using Antibiotics Wrong? | Doctor Explains

What is the real difference between bacteria and viruses? When do antibiotics actually work—and when can their unnecessary use become a problem? Welcome to Lab Leaders Unplugged – EP-13 🔥 Real Conversations. Real Insights. Real Impact. In this insightful podcast, Dr. Priyadarshini Shanmugam (Professor and Head of the Department of Microbiology and Lab Director of the Central Laboratory Chettinad Hospital & Research Institute, Chennai) explains the fascinating world of microbes, how bacterial and viral infections differ, the role of antibiotics, antibiotic resistance, and why responsible antibiotic use matters more than ever. We also explore emerging infections, changing disease patterns, and what we should understand about the microscopic world around us. A simple, science-based conversation designed not only for healthcare professionals, but for everyone who wants to understand their health better. 📌 Watch the complete podcast and share it with someone who should know the difference between bacteria, viruses, and the right use of antibiotics. #Bacteria #Virus #Antibiotics #AntibioticResistance #Microbes #Healthcare #Podcast #HealthAwareness #Diagnostics #ViralInfections #QualityDiagnostics #Doctor #LabLeadersUnplugged #AtheneseDx #ChettinadHospital #Chennai #Medical #IVD #Pathology #Laboratory #Microbiology #ClinicalDiagnostics #India --- 📌 Ready to elevate your lab’s performance? 👉 Connect with us today to schedule a demo or learn more about ALTA! 📞 Contact Toll-Free → 1800 889 9892 For Inquires - WhatsApp +917397238924 Click here to chat: https://wa.me/917397238924 🌐 For More Information, Reviews, & News Updates ↷ Visit Our Website → https://athenesedx.com To Buy Athenese-Dx Products → https://athenesedx.com/shop/ Follow us on WhatsApp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va8M... 🌎 Visit our Chennai HO → https://g.co/kgs/HW7nhtu Visit our Delhi Office → https://g.co/kgs/FTwerxA 🤝 Subscribe for more videos, products, reviews ↷ YouTube ▶    / @athenesedx   Our early diagnosis products for a better life. Thank you for being so supportive. 📱 Follow us on social media ↷ LinkedIn ▶   / athenese-dx-private-limited   Facebook ▶   / athenese.dx.pvt.ltd   Instagram ▶   / athenese_dx   Threads ▶ https://www.threads.net/@athenese_dx Pinterest ▶   / athenesedx   X (Twitter) ▶ https://x.com/athenesedx Tumblr ▶ https://www.tumblr.com/athenese-dx Medium ▶   / athenesedx