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MRSA (Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureas) is a contagious staph infection which may be serious. The documents and links below contain information to help recognize MRSA and prevent the spread of infection.
The following sites provide more information:
If you have additional questions about MRSA, talk to your healthcare provider or call our Communicable Disease Epidemiology program at (509) 324-1442.
Epidemiologists monitor, track, and respond to infectious disease in the community to prevent spread of illness.
Working with providers on the incidence, distribution, and possible control of diseases, illnesses and other factors relating to health.
