Parents, school administrators, coaches and kids need to be aware of the growing problem of antibiotic resistant germs including methicillin resistant staph (MRSA) because they spread easily from person to person. MRSA can spread through close skin-to-skin contact, cuts in the skin, contaminated surfaces or poor hygiene.
Commonly used topical antibiotics, including popular triple antibiotics, have not been shown to prevent MRSA infections. In vitro studies have shown that StaphAseptic kills over 99.9% of MRSA germs, preventing an infection without antibiotics. This pain-relieving wound treatment should be used as part of a complete staph prevention program to protect you and your family from skin infections.
Staph Prevention Program:
- Treat and cover wounds
- Don’t share personal items (like towels)
- Shower after physical activity
- Properly clean gear and equipment
- Keep hands clean
- Consult your physician for all active wounds
If you think you may have a skin infection, contact your physician immediately. Staph bacteria, including MRSA, can cause skin infections that may look like a pimple, boil, or ingrown hair and can be red, swollen, painful, or have pus and other drainage. Serious infections may cause pneumonia, bloodstream infections, or even death.
MRSA: THE TICKING TIME BOMB
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