How should clusters or outbreaks of infections be handled?
Consult with state or local health departments or an experienced infection control professional for reporting requirements and management of MRSA or VRE outbreaks. In general, healthy people are at low risk of getting infected with MRSA or VRE. Therefore, casual contact – such as kissing, hugging, and touching – is acceptable. Visitors should wash their hands before leaving an infected person’s room. Also, disposable gloves should be worn if contact with body fluids is expected.
