How do you prevent a staph infection?

Answer by  wantabemedic (345)

One very basic preventive measure is to regularly wash your hands with soap and water. If soap and water is not available then use an alcohol based sanitizer. When you get a cut or have a wound, clean the area and keep covered until it has healed. Avoid using someone else's razor or other personal items, which can transfer staph.

Answer by  dbmom (38)

Hand washing and good general body washing is the best way to prevent any infection. The better health you are in generally, the better able to avoid these infections. Everyone has staph organisms on their skin naturally. It becomes a problem when there is a break in your immune system, or the bad bugs take over.