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How to prevent staph blood infections
Take steps to prevent general staph infections.
The best way to prevent a staph blood infection is to prevent a staph infection of any sort to begin with. Staph often begins on the skin, and it may infect skin wounds.

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1). Removing stubborn staph before it develops can help prevent a larger outbreak. Remove clothing and other bedding in areas where staph is likely to form, including the sink and bathtub.
2). To prevent staph from starting and growing, you should : Limit your exposure to germs and bacteria. Keep doors and windows closed and keep pets away from your home.
3). To prevent staph from developing in the first place, cover the infected area with a sterile bandage. Then wait about 24 hours for the skin to stop producing blood.
4). If left untreated and it if continues to worsen, the infection may get deep enough to get into your bloodstream. This is why prompt recognition and treatment (as well as prevention) of staph infections is key.
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