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Some things you shouldn’t share! MRSA Some things you shouldn’t share!

What is MRSA? Methicillin- Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus

Staphylococcus aureus Commonly called “staph” Bacterium-not a virus Commonly found on humans Typically causes minor infections: Boils Abscesses May appear to be a spider bite

Methicillin-resistant Staph has become resistant to some antibiotics over time One of these antibiotics is methicillin, a penicillin derivative Improper use and overuse of antibiotics has led to more drug-resistant organisms

Emergence of Antimicrobial Resistance Campaign to Prevent Antimicrobial Resistance in Healthcare Settings Emergence of Antimicrobial Resistance Susceptible Bacteria New Resistant Bacteria Mutations XX Resistant Bacteria Resistance Gene Transfer

What Does a Staph Infection Look Like?

What Symptoms Does a Person Have with a Staph Infection? MRSA on the skin may be: Red Warm Swollen Tender Look like a spider bite or an infected hair follicle

Is MRSA New? MRSA was first seen in hospitals in 1961 MRSA was first seen in the community in 1980 Became more widespread in the 1990s Became more frequently recognized after 2004

Most Invasive MRSA Infections Are Health Care-associated 14% 86% Community-associated Health care-associated Klevens et al JAMA 2007;298:1763-71

Colonization-Carrier Staph can be part of normal human bacteria Normal human bacteria may not cause infection This is called “colonization” Someone who is colonized may be called a “carrier” Humans are most often colonized in the nose and on the skin

Role of Pets Most people are infected with MRSA by other people Household pets may carry MRSA The pet likely acquired it from a human Very few people are actually infected with MRSA by their pets

Transmission There must be a break in the skin for infection to occur, such as: Rug, turf, mat or razor burns Cuts, scrapes and burns Chapped skin Skin-to-skin contact Contact with a contaminated surface

How is MRSA Treated? An infection must be cultured by a health care provider to determine if it is MRSA An infection may be treated solely by “incision and drainage” Some infections may require treatment with an appropriate antibiotic

Infection Care-Don’t Share! Keep the infected area clean and dry Keep a bandage on the infection if it is draining Change the bandage as directed by the health care provider or when it becomes: Wet or dirty Soaked with pus Loose Always wash your hands after touching the bandage or if you touch an infection!

Antibiotics Antibiotics are not always necessary to treat MRSA When antibiotics are prescribed for any infection: Take as directed Do not skip doses Take until gone Do not share or save Do not take antibiotics prescribed at any other time, for any other illness or for another person

Prevention Crowding Compromised skin Contaminated items and surfaces The CDC has identified “5 Cs” to avoid: Crowding Skin-to-skin Contact Compromised skin Contaminated items and surfaces Lack of Cleanliness

Hand Washing The most effective method to prevent transmission of MRSA, the common cold, influenza, and other organisms There should always be water, soap and paper towels available Allow time for frequent and thorough hand washing throughout the day Alcohol-based hand sanitizers may be used if soap and water are not available

What About Schools? How should the school be cleaned to prevent MRSA? Should the school be closed if someone has MRSA? Should a letter be sent home each time someone is diagnosed with MRSA? Should students or staff with MRSA be excluded?

School Cleaning Frequently contacted surfaces (doorknobs, light switches, etc.) should receive special attention Check cleaning products for effectiveness against MRSA and other disease-causing organisms Appropriate cleaners include a 10 percent bleach solution or Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered disinfectants effective against MRSA http://www.epa.gov/oppad001/chemregindex.htm

School Closure According to the CDC: It is not necessary to close schools to disinfect for MRSA If you suspect a MRSA outbreak in your school, contact your local health department

Notification The CDC does not recommend that schools notify families about a single case of MRSA in the school or community The school nurse should be consulted regarding students and staff who may be immunocompromised and at a higher risk of infection

Exclusion The CDC recommends that: Students and staff diagnosed with MRSA should be excluded only if the infection cannot be covered and drainage contained

Athletics

Coaches The “5 Cs” may put athletes at a higher risk of contracting MRSA Coaches and athletic trainers must: Enforce proper hygiene practices Require students to report any suspicious skin injuries or infections, notify their parents and refer to their health care provider Administer proper first aid Maintain clean facilities

Cleaning and Sanitation Athletic uniforms should be washed in hot water and dried completely between uses Shared gear (such as helmets) should be cleaned after each use Large shared equipment (such as weight machines) should be cleaned before and after use by each person

Stay in the Game Students with suspicious skin infections should notify their parents and health care provider and follow the treatment plan As long as a wound can be completely covered by a bandage that stays in place and contains drainage, the athlete may compete

Athletes Shower after each practice or competition Do not share: Towels Soap Razors Other personal products Wash uniforms and towels in hot water after each use and dry completely

Athletes Do not share a whirlpool or ice bath if you have a break in the skin such as a cut or turf burn Report any suspicious skin injuries to the coach, parent or health care provider If you are diagnosed with a staph infection, follow all the directions of your health care provider

Questions? Thank you!