Health Uncle:Cuts and Scrapes

If you have a cut or scrape,it's more important than ever to treat it.The potentially fatal staph infection MRSA is more pervasive now.MRSA kills about 19,000 people a year,out of around 94,000 infected.A MRSA infection may look like a boil or bug bite at first.Any unusual-looking infection needs immediate medical attention.MRSA often affects athletes and students because it is spread through skin contact.The staph bacteria that cause it are resistant to most antibiotics.Wounds should be cleaned and covered,and kept a close watch on.If they get sore and red,consider seeing your doctor about them very soon.