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Plain-English answers about staph and MRSA for families, caregivers, nurses and athletes, sourced to the CDC and published research.
Athletes & GymsStaph Infections in Wrestling and Jiu-Jitsu: A Prevention Checklist
Before, during and after practice: the habits that keep you on the mat and off the sidelines.
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Athletes & GymsWrestling Skin Infections: Staph, Ringworm and Herpes Gladiatorum
Staph, ringworm and herpes gladiatorum spread fast on the mat. How to spot each one and the daily habits that stop them.
Athletes & GymsHow to Wash a BJJ Gi and Rash Guard
Wash after every session, dry it all the way through, and don’t forget the belt. A simple laundry routine for grapplers.
Athletes & GymsMRSA in Team Sports: What Coaches and Parents Should Know
Why MRSA spreads on teams, what coaches and parents can do, and when a player with a skin infection can take part.
Athletes & GymsStaph at the Gym: How to Protect Yourself
How staph spreads at the gym, and the habits that protect you: barriers, covered cuts, your own towel and a quick shower.
Athletes & GymsTurf Burns, Mat Burns and Staph
A turf or mat burn is an open wound. How to clean and cover it, play safely with it, and spot the signs of infection.
Athletes & GymsTowels, Razors and Water Bottles: What Athletes Shouldn’t Share
Towels, bar soap, razors, open tubs of balm and water bottles. The items that should stay personal, and why.
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