MRSA (Golden Staph)
What is Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)? Staphylococcus aureus (also called Staph) are common bacteria that live on the…
infection control
Clostridium Difficile
What is Clostridium difficile? Clostridium difficile is a bacteria normally found in people’s intestines (“digestive tract” or “gut”)….
Endophthalmitis
What is endophthalmitis? Endophthalmitis (end-op-thal-mitis) is severe inflammation of the inside of the eye. It is a rare…
Hand Hygiene
Information for Patients and Visitors Hand hygiene is the single most important factor in reducing hospital acquired infections….
