USA Hockey Magazine published a great article about MRSA infections and hockey players.

"Bacteria can lurk on the equipment, which allows a means for infection to spread quickly among teammates, opponents and through an entire athletic program."

Read the entire story online to learn about the dangers of stinky equipment!

11.26.2007
Doctors Amputate Teenager's Leg to Battle MRSA
Doctors had to amputate 13 year old DaVonte King's leg in order to win the battle against MRSA. The Wisconsin teen fell ill after football practice and landed in the hospital on October 1, 2007 and remained there for 2 months battling the deadly MRSA infection. On life support, the doctors were forced to amputate King's leg in order to save his life. Having survived the MRSA infection, King is back at home and remains optimistic about his future in the NFL, whether it be as a coach or otherwise. To read more, please click here.