dimanche 29 avril 2012

California School Closed Due to a Potential MRSA Infection | MRSAid Blog

California School Closed Due to a Potential MRSA Infection | MRSAid Blog

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus is generally acquired by way of contact with another person who is carrying the bacteria, but can also be spread through contact with contaminated surfaces and objects.  According to the Health and Human Services Agency, any object an infected person has been in contact with such as bedsheets, clothing, towels, and sport equipment are feasible means of spreading this dangerous bacteria. Thankfully, the school is taking the necessary precautions to disinfect the facility.

California School Closed Due to a Potential MRSA Infection | MRSAid Blog

California School Closed Due to a Potential MRSA Infection | MRSAid Blog

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus is generally acquired by way of contact with another person who is carrying the bacteria, but can also be spread through contact with contaminated surfaces and objects.  According to the Health and Human Services Agency, any object an infected person has been in contact with such as bedsheets, clothing, towels, and sport equipment are feasible means of spreading this dangerous bacteria. Thankfully, the school is taking the necessary precautions to disinfect the facility.

MRSA found in Maryland respiratory deaths

MRSA found in Maryland respiratory deaths

County health officials say the family's illness started with an 81-year-old woman became sick at home around Feb. 23. Authorities say her son and two daughters cared for her and later developed similar upper respiratory symptoms. The elderly woman, her son and one of her daughters died. A second daughter was hospitalized.

Corning Inc. developing killer glass - Corning, NY - The Corning Leader

Corning Inc. developing killer glass - Corning, NY - The Corning Leader

Corning Inc. is developing a glass that kills drug-resistant bacteria and viruses, and the company believes the innovation has applications in hospitals and beyond.