Community strains of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus as potential cause of healthcare-associated infections, Uruguay, 2002–2004. | National Resource for Infection Control (NRIC)

Community strains of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus as potential cause of healthcare-associated infections, Uruguay, 2002–2004.

Journal article, Outbreak report
Abstract: 
CA-MRSA has emerged in Uruguay and appears to have replaced HA-MRSA strains at 1 healthcare facility. In addition, CA-MRSA appears to cause healthcare-onset infections, a finding that emphasizes the need for infection control measures to prevent transmission within healthcare settings.
Authors: 
Benoit SREstivariz CMogdasy CPedreira WGaliana AGaliana Aet al.(Emerg Infect Dis)
Link:
https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/14/8/07-1183_article
Category: 
Control
Epidemiology
Investigation
Prevention