Federal guidelines aim to prevent spread of staph infections in schools

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends students wash hands frequently, cover open wounds and stop sharing personal items, such as towels or razors, to prevent the spread of drug-resistant staph infections. The CDC guidelines say it is not necessary, in most cases, to shut down schools were an infection has been discovered. Education Week (10/26)

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has provided schools and parents with a concise summary of guidelines on how to prevent the spread of drug-resistant staph infections that have caused concern nationwide.