The truth is there has been a growing anti-bacterial resistance in organisms that cause infections. Anti-bacterial washing can change the ecology of the skin. It can disrupt the delicate balance of the skin flora. When that happens, trouble follows. Therefore …
Guidelines to Minimize Infectious Diseases — National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Sports Medicine Advisory Committee Preparation for competition in any sport requires proper training and practice. Whether it means preparing your body or maintaining your equipment, proper …
Staphylococcus aureus has appeared with increasing frequency and is now an epidemic within specific community populations. Whereas hospital MRSA is almost always found in persons with established risk factors associated with prior medical treatment, these are not present in CA-MRSA. …
What is MRSA Staph Infection? MRSA Staph Infection is a type of staph skin infection caused by the Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (or MRSA) bacteria. First noticed in 1961 the MRSA bacteria developed as the commonly found S. Aureus bacteria evolved …
In the Shower Do not lather directly under the flow of water. Allow soap to remain on skin momentarily. Use a loofah (mesh sponge) but not too vigorously. Vigorous scrubbing will cause small abrasions to the surface of the skin …
How to Prevent Staph Infections Most people generally carry staph bacteria but never become sick. However, if the skin is compromised due to injury, the bacteria can penetrate the wound and cause infection. No potent vaccine has yet been developed …
Good hygiene practices can help prevent impetigo from spreading. Those who are infected should use soap and water to clean their skin and take showers regularly. Non-infected members of the household should pay particular attention to areas of the skin …
Jock itch, ringworm of the groin, athlete’s itch are some common names given to itchy red rashes in the groin area, thighs, and adjacent skin. Jock itch develops through sweating & rubbing with moisture-laden apparel and in areas of the …
What is Jock Itch? Jock itch is a fungal skin infection that is sometimes also referred to as ringworm of the groin. Damp conditions of the nether region make it susceptible for the fungal growth that causes jock itch. Jock …
The human skin Our skin is a vast immunological organ system that encases the entire body. What most people don’t realize is that it’s comprised not only of the skin but the hair, scalp, and nails. There are thousands of pathogens …