MRSA is a Staphylococcus aureus bacterium that is resistant to antibiotic treatment. Infection can be spread from person to person through skin contact or from using contaminated medical equipment. MRSA infections most commonly occur in hospitals and other healthcare settings, especially among immunocompromised (weakened immune system) patients.
More Information about MRSA |
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Public Health Agency of Canada - Community-Acquired MRSA Fact Sheet: English and Français |
Reporting |
| Individual cases are not reportable to the Health Unit. |
Should one go to childcare, school, or work if they have MRSA? |
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No exclusion necessary unless too ill to participate in regular activities. Follow the direction of your healthcare provider or occupational health at your workplace. Note: Exclusion guidelines may differ for healthcare workers. |
Healthcare Provider and Community Partner Information |
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Contact our Communicable Disease Control (CDC) program at 705-474-1400 or toll free at 1-800-563-2808, ext. 5229, or by email to cdc@healthunit.ca for more information.
Last updated: July 2024, by CDC