Staphylococcus aureus, “staph,” is commonly carried on the skin or in the nose of healthy people. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is often refered to as drug-resistant staph. MRSA infections are treated with antibiotics and wound care. Frequent hand washing can prevent or reduce the spread of MRSA, but there’s much more you need to know. Watch Health & Sciences Television Network

Can MRSA be Cured? This activity reviews the epidemiology of Staphylococcus aureus and provides an overview of the current recommended infection prevention and control practices. Focus is placed on guidelines issued to prevent acquisition of multiple drug-resistant organisms and the healthcare worker's role in interrupting transmission. The status of federal and state legislation regarding mandatory public reporting of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and the consumer expectation of zero infections are also discussed. HSTN Program 431-0052

Community-Associated MRSA This program will define MRSA and discuss how it is acquired and transmitted from person to person. Infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus will be described. Examples of community-associated MRSA outbreaks and how they were controlled will be presented.
HSTN Program 440-0077