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n October 24, Dispensario San José held an educational theater performance aimed at children, focusing on a critical health topic: the responsible use of antibiotics.Organized by Dr. César Anleu, a pediatrician, and Guiselle De León, an educator from the educational program, the event aimed to raise awareness among families about the risks of improper antibiotic use, especially for children.
The play opened with the story of Anita, a young girl suffering from a stomachache caused by a virus. Her concerned father, eager to relieve her discomfort, contacts Dr. Wise to ask if antibiotics would help. Dr. Wise then explains that antibiotics are only effective against bacterial infections, not viruses, and that using them unnecessarily could actually make germs stronger.
The storyline continued with a creative, humorous portrayal of how viruses and bacteria “mocked” the antibiotics, highlighting how antibiotics don’t work against viral infections and can actually strengthen bacteria if misused. In a key scene, Dr. Wise arrives to examine Anita and reassures her father that antibiotics aren’t needed in this case. Instead, he recommends rest and certain home care measures, explaining the specific role of antibiotics to the family.
In the final scene, Anita recovers and cheerfully bids farewell to the virus, affirming that Dr. Wise’s advice was indeed correct. The play concluded with a powerful message from the children in unison: “Antibiotics should be used responsibly and only under a doctor’s guidance.”
To reinforce this message, Dr. César Anleu gave a brief talk to the parents in attendance, encouraging them to avoid self-medicating and to understand the importance of using antibiotics only when absolutely necessary. This event was not only educational but also engaged both children and adults, emphasizing the family’s role in safe medication practices.