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MRSA Video Online
January 30, 2008

Staphylococcus aureus or staph is a common type of bacteria that can live harmlessly on the skin or in the nose of 25 to 35 percent of healthy people.  Occasionally, it can cause an infection.  Most staph infections are treated by antibiotics if need be, but some infections, such as MRSA, can be resistant to common antibiotic treatments.

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More About MRSA

Anyone can get MRSA, although it is becoming more common in student athletes playing close contact sports.  Coaches, staff, family members or anyone who comes in contact with an infected person can contract the infection. 

Between 2004 and 2007, there have been 16 MRSA outbreaks reported in central Ohio, affecting 85 individuals.  

To minimize the risk of MRSA:

• Keep your hands and body clean.
• Cover cuts and scrapes.
• Don’t share personal items such as towels and razors.
• Clean workout equipment before and after use.
• Do not use whirlpools, hydrotherapy pools, swimming pools or other common tubs if you have a cut.
• Get tested if you think you may have MRSA.