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MRSA Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus: Frequently Asked Questions
… MRSA to them is small. It is possible to spread MRSA by touching your nose and then touching someone else. Washing your hands with soap and water or alcohol gel after touching your nose and … I was told to clean high-touch areas of my home routinely. How often is "routinely"? If someone in your household has a MRSA infection with wound drainage that cannot be contained with … dry bandage or dressing. What should I do with used bandages, dressings, or tissues from someone who has a MRSA infection? Waste items may be thrown into the regular trash. If these … -
Childhood Communicable Diseases
… and protozoa that are passed from one person to another. It is important to recognize when someone in a group setting is sick with a communicable disease so steps can be taken to obtain … -
Healthcare-Associated Infections: Information for Patients and Families
… Ask your doctor about how you can quit before surgery. Don't shave before surgery. If someone tries to shave you with a razor before surgery, speak up. Don't let family and friends … -
Healthcare-Associated Infections in Wisconsin
… settings. If you are a health care or public health professional, patient, or are caring for someone after a procedure, there are steps you can take to prevent HAIs. Below you can find more …