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… Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) Last updated October 1, 2017 HealthLink BC …
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… Vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) Last updated October 1, 2017 … urinary tract or other body tissues. What are vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE)? Vancomycin is an antibiotic … to treat serious infections caused by organisms that are resistant to other antibiotics such as penicillins. …
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… The 2 bacteria that make toxins that can cause TSS are: Staphylococcus aureus (SA) (commonly known as staph) Group A Streptococcus … HealthLinkBC File #106 Group A Streptococcal Infections . Staphylococcus aureus are found in the nose or on the skin …
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… is a bacterial infection of the skin caused by either Staphylococcus aureus (staph) bacteria, group A Streptococcus (strep) …
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… alcohol or inject illicit drugs. TSS can also be caused by Staphylococcus aureus infection, which has been linked to tampon use in …
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… found in the gut (digestive system) and that have become resistant to a group of antibiotics known as carbapenems. You might also hear the terms Carbapenem-resistant enterobacteriaceae (CRE) or … acute care hospital in B.C. may be screened for antibiotic resistant bacteria depending on their risk. When you are …
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… bonds with the enamel or surface of teeth, making them more resistant to bacteria and decay. It also helps to repair the …
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… Wear sun protective clothing, seek shade and use water-resistant sunscreen. Re-apply sunscreen often. Visit …
