Articles related to "Methicillin Resistance"

The emergence of methicillin resistance in Staphylococcus aureus is similar to that of penicillin resistance seen in the 1960s.

MRSA acquired by persons who have not been recently hospitalized or had a medical procedure are known as community-acquired (CA-MRSA).

Superbugs have become a topic of discussion in the media. MRSA is one of the most common talked about superbugs that is now spreading from the hospital to the community.

There is considerable public concern that borders on hysteria on the increased risk of MRSA transmission at school, in the locker room, or on the sports field.

A new chlorine based compound has been developed to get rid of superbugs, those bugs that have become resistant to most commonly used antibiotics.

MRSA, coined a superbug by the media, was until recently considered a hospital infection control concern but has now made its way into the community.

MRSA infection is a matter of concern for parents and facilities like schools where crowding, lack of cleanliness and contact with contaminated items are more common.

Weight lifters and competitive sports teams, including basketball, fencing, football, rugby, soccer, volleyball and wrestling have an increased risk of MRSA infection.