Tuesday, May 22, 2012
MRSA Staph Infection
This page offers information about a health issue that is receiving considerable media attention and is understandably a concern for parents: methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), more commonly known as “staph” infection.
Boston Public Schools is working closely with public health agencies, school nurses, and others to provide information to families and staff about simple ways to help students reduce their risk of contracting the infection.
The following documents and links provide valuable information about the infection, including helpful strategies for reducing health risks.
Documents
Letter from Superintendent Johnson
Fact Sheet from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health
NOTE: Translations of these documents are available on the "Welcome" pages of this site in the following languages: Cape Verdean creole, Chinese, Haitian creole, Portuguese, Somali, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Links
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Q & A about MRSA for school athletics professionals
For more information...
Contact:
- Your family doctor
- Your school nurse
- BPS Health Services: 617-635-6788
- Boston Public Health Commission: 617-534-5611
