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MRSA Information

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently launched a new education campaign to help Americans better recognize and prevent Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), a type of staph bacteria that causes skin and other infections.

Why is this important?  It is estimated that Americans visit the doctor more than 12 million times per year to address potential skin infections, many of which are caused by MRSA.  And, although MRSA can affect anyone, children 0-18 years old and African-Americans of all ages are at particular risk. 

Therefore, the campaign is placing special emphasis on reaching children's' caregivers and the African-American community. For more information, click on the links below to go to the Centers for Disease Control and Provention web site.

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Information for Parents and Schools on CA-MRSA from the State of West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources can be viewed by clicking on the following link:

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DISCRIMINATION PROHIBITED: As required by Federal laws and regulations, the Ohio County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, disability, age, or national origin in employment or in the administration of any of its educational programs and activities. Inquires may be referred to Kathy Finsley, Title IX Coordinator, Ohio County Board of Education, 2203 National Road, Wheeling, WV, 26003, Phone (304) 243-0300; or to Section 504 Coordinator, WV Department of Education; or to the US Department of Education's Director of the Office for Civil Rights. Please send any questions or comments to Mr. George S. Krelis, Superintendent.