@drjoe_md: Some studies have suggested a potential link between antibiotics and mental health, finding that one course might be associated with a higher risk of depression and anxiety in the following year. Researchers think this could be due to antibiotics disrupting the gut microbiome, which is connected to mood regulation through the gut-brain axis. While this is an area of ongoing research and not definitive, it’s a reminder to use antibiotics responsibly and only when prescribed—especially since they don’t work for viral infections like colds or the flu. #antibiotics #depression #anxiety #healthcare #goodmedicine