MRSA Is A Superbug
April 23, 2009We hear a lot lately about the superbug MRSA which stands for methicillin-resistant Staphyloccus aureus. We probably have some on our skin where it does no harm to us. It is when it makes its way into the body that we experience chills, fever, rashes, and pus-filled pimples or boils. When this happens, call your doctor. Sometimes hospital treatment is neccesary.
The first priority is to avoid or prevent MRSA from causing an infection. The places where we come in contact with this microbe are in hospitals, gyms, and shared facilities such as manicure salons. Wash your hands or use a hand sanitizer when visiting in the hospital or even in the doctor’s office. When exercising come prepared with a couple of towels-one for the machines and another for the shower. Use your flip-flops in the shower.
If you get a scrape or cut on your skin, wash it until it is healed over. People who have a compromised immune system or an illness are more apt to be vulnerable to MRSA. These simple steps can make the difference.