Can you work in public if are MRSA carrier?

The answer is It depends.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), individuals who are known to be MRSA carriers can still work in public if they take certain precautions to prevent the spread of the bacteria. These precautions include:

* Practicing good hand hygiene by washing hands frequently with soap and water or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer

* Wearing gloves when handling open wounds or other potentially infectious materials

* Covering any open wounds with a clean bandage

* Cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched surfaces

* Avoiding close contact with people who are immunocompromised or have other health conditions that make them more susceptible to infection

In some cases, individuals who are MRSA carriers may be required to take additional precautions or may even be restricted from working in certain settings, such as hospitals or other healthcare facilities, in order to protect the health and safety of others.

It is important to note that not all MRSA carriers will develop an infection, and most infections can be treated with antibiotics. However, MRSA can be a serious infection, and it is important to take precautions to prevent its spread.

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