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By Vincent Iannelli, M.D., About.com Guide to Pediatrics since 2001

MRSA Prevention

Sunday January 20, 2008

Handwashing and MRSA PreventionSince MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections can be so difficult to treat and they can be so serious, even deadly, it can be very important to try and prevent these common skin infections with things like good hygiene, handwashing, covering cuts and sores, and not sharing personal items.

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