Why do people die from MRSA infections?
In some cases, MRSA infections get into a person’s blood stream and may affect the individual’s organs, specifically the heart or lungs. In such serious cases, the body may not respond to antibiotics before lungs, kidneys and liver fail leading to death. To help protect your family: • Wash your hands often, using warm water plus soap and rubbing hands to create friction for at least 30 seconds; • Practice good hygiene; • Cover all wounds or areas of broken skin with clean bandages; particularly those that produce drainage; • Monitor wounds for infection – if they do not heal see your pediatrician or family doctor; • Do not share towels or personal items, such as razors, combs, clothing or sports equipment; and • Routinely clean exercise equipment before and after use. Coaches can further help prevent staph infections among athletes by taking the following steps: • Promote good hygiene, including showering and washing with soap after all practices and competitions. • Make sure enough so
