The bacteria Staphylococcus aureus has been in the news lately. That's because some strains have become resistant to antibiotics, causing it to spread rampantly in public areas. If this strain of bacteria enters the bloodstream, it can cause serious illness or even death. The killer bacteria strains are uncommon, though. The ordinary bacteria can cause minor Staph infections in the skin that can be treated with antibiotics.
Proper cleaning is a good way to prevent Staph infections and stop them from spreading. When cleaning surfaces, pay special attention to areas that are handled often, such as doorknobs, light switches, tables, chairs, counters, banisters, railings, etc. Specific kinds of equipment, such as shopping carts in grocery stores and exercise equipment in health clubs, are not to be forgotten. Use an antibacterial cleaner on these kinds of surfaces. The following methods are recommended for bacteria removal.
The more a surface is handled, the more often it will need to be cleaned in this manner, especially if it's in a public place with a wide variety of people. A daily once-over should be enough to prevent the spread of bacteria.
There are other things you should do to prevent bacterial infections, such as:
If you follow these guidelines, you'll help keep yourself and others healthy and germ-free.
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