How can staph or MRSA skin infections be prevented?
• Thoroughly wash hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer is your best protection against Staph infection. Always wash or sanitize hands after sneezing, blowing, or touching the nose, and after using the rest room. • Keep cuts, scrapes, and wounds clean and covered with a bandage until healed. Avoid contact with other people’s wounds or bandages. • Avoid sharing personal items such as towels, clothing, and other personal items. Always dry with a clean dry towel. • Clean public areas with a commercial disinfectant.
