Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)

MRSA Information For Health Professionals:

• Invasive MRSA Surveillance and Reporting
  Reporting invasive MRSA to MDH.
  
  
• MRSA Recommendations
  This report serves as the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Recommendations for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) control in acute care settings as required under Minnesota Statutes, section 144.585. Updated 11/2011
  
  
• Other MRSA Guidelines and Resources
  Guidelines, publications, and resources to prevent MRSA transmission in health care facilities.

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• Skin Infections in Athletes
  Skin infections account for up to 10% of time-loss injuries in some sports and can cause serious illness. Skin infections can be spread from one athlete to another. You can help protect athletes from becoming sick or losing playing time due to skin infections.