Iona College, located in New Rochelle, New York, reported that MRSA, the most dangerous form of staph infection, attacked 9 student athletes and 1 coach on one of its athletic teams. In response, the college has taken measures to protect against this emerging threat, including disinfecting its workout room, not allowing players with open wounds to play, and implementing proper hygiene practices among its teams and athletes. Westchester County Health Commissioner, Dr. Joshua Lipsman, stated that the Health Department will be requesting hospitals, doctors and colleges to tell it about any MRSA cases, although that is not required by law, "so that we can see if there's any kind of a pattern." To read more, click here.
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