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Are Sores Contagious And What Precautions Should Be Taken ?

My two grandchildren just told that one has mersa and other might she has to red spots on belly. Boy treated other day with sore being lanced and draining we ve kept it covered and clean what precaution needed for 70 year olds and baby 7 mon. Can a dog be a carrier. does He have to stay away from people{summer camp councilor}. We live side by side with constant contact. Both very clean kids shower twice a day. What else can we do
Mon, 1 Dec 2014
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The main thing is keeping up good hygiene. Washing hands frequently is important. When taking care of infected wound, it might be best to use disposable gloves and throw them away right afterward. But the main thing is frequent washing of hands. It is possible the dog could be a carrier but difficult to know for sure. Best if infected children not handle the baby at this time. Again, washing hands before and after treating infected areas is important. Hope this helps.
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Are Sores Contagious And What Precautions Should Be Taken ?

The main thing is keeping up good hygiene. Washing hands frequently is important. When taking care of infected wound, it might be best to use disposable gloves and throw them away right afterward. But the main thing is frequent washing of hands. It is possible the dog could be a carrier but difficult to know for sure. Best if infected children not handle the baby at this time. Again, washing hands before and after treating infected areas is important. Hope this helps.