Two reports show "superbug" bacteria spread. By Maggie Fox, Health and Science Editor. Tue Oct 16, 2007 4:17pm EDT

News Type: Event — Seeded on Tue Oct 16, 2007 5:46 PM EDT

Article Source: Reuters

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The number of cases of methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections are rising. Also in ear infections. It was estimated that "94,360 invasive MRSA infections occurred in the United States in 2005; these infections were associated with death in 18,650 cases."

"MRSA infections can range from boils to more severe infections of the bloodstream, lungs and surgical sites. The researchers said 85 percent of all cases were associated with hospitals, nursing homes or other health care facilities."

"MRSA is mostly spread on the hands, but also on contaminated medical equipment."

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For those worried about MRSA infections try topical applications of Manuka oil from New Zealand.

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