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MRSA

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Current evidence does not support routine decolonisation

Decolonise if there are multiple episodes of MRSA infections

Decolonisation

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  • Trat all household members at the same time
  • Daily chlorhexidine 2% wash for bathing/showering for at least 5 days
  • Regularly clean the house with a standard detergent
  • Don't share clothes or linen
  • Use a topical nasal cream such as mupirocin 2% TDS for 10 days
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