These commonsense precautions can help lower your risk of developing staph infections:
- Wash your hands. Careful hand-washing is your best defense against germs. ...
- Keep wounds covered. ...
- Reduce tampon risks. ...
- Keep personal items personal. ...
- Wash clothing and bedding in hot water. ...
- Take food safety precautions.
Can Staphylococcus aureus be prevented?
The best preventive method is by maintaining good hygiene and regular and frequent hand washing. In fact, the deadly strain of S. aureus (Methicillin Resistant S. aureus - MRSA) that is resistant to most drugs may also be prevented from spreading by adopting proper hand washing habits.
What naturally kills staphylococcus?
Ginger and Manuka honey: A paste made of crushed ginger and salt in manuka honey is effective in treating a staph infection. It stops further bacterial growth and decreases infection. Apply it over the affected area 2-3 times a day to efficiently reduce the symptoms and speedy cure.
