Learn why staph bacteria are so tough to remove from skin, causing infections that can sometimes spiral out of control.

The next big thing in infection prevention could be bandages that coax harmful bacteria from open wounds due to their nanofiber makeup, according to a new study.

Experts share the simple hygiene practices you can do every day to help you prevent a staph infection. Plus, when you might want to give your doctor a call.

Staph bacteria, including MRSA, can live on the skin. Therefore, something as simple as shaking hands can spread the bacteria. Any open wound is a potential entry point for MRSA. Hard surfaces ...

Leaving wounds untreated can increase your risk of a staph infection -- whether you're wearing a mask or not.

Often, staph wounds are no worse than stubborn skin infections, but in some cases, if not successfully treated, the bacteria can get into the bloodstream, invading vital organs and bones.

How can a MRSA Infection be prevented? A number of prevention strategies are recommended to avoid becoming infected with MRSA. Cover your wounds with clean, dry bandages until healed.

Study explores how wound microbiota affect skin repair and infection risk by altering host immune responses, underscoring the complexity of microbial interactions in wound healing.

Fred Sweet, MD, a spine surgeon with Rockford Spine Center, discusses four points on the new method of infection control to combat evolved forms of MRSA in orthopedic and spine surgery patients.

ANSWER: Infectious complications, such as a wound infection, after an open-heart surgery are not rare. Staphylococcus aureus is a frequent culprit, and cefazolin is an excellent treatment.