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MRSA in Children Directory
MRSA stands for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. It is one of many strains of a bacterium called Staphylococcus aureus -- or staph, for short. Staph bacteria are common on skin and in noses. There has been a big increase in antibiotic-resistant bacteria such as MRSA, even in children. It's important to know how to help prevent MRSA in children and what to do if you suspect your child has it. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how MRSA is contracted, what it looks like, how to treat it, and much more.
Medical Reference
Understanding MRSA Infection
Learn more from WebMD about MRSA, a contagious and antibiotic-resistant staph bacteria that leads to potentially dangerous infections.
Preventing MRSA Infections
Learn about the prevention of MRSA -- a type of staph infection -- from the experts at WebMD.
Symptoms of MRSA Infection
WebMD explains the symptoms of MRSA, a potentially dangerous staph infection.
Diagnosing and Treating MRSA Infections
WebMD's guide to the diagnosis and treatments for MRSA, a potentially dangerous staph infection.
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MRSA -- What You Need to Know About This "Superbug"
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