Vancomycin Resistant S. Aureus (VRSA)
Vancomycin Resistant S. Aureus (VRSA)
Vancomycin-resistant S. aureus (VRSA) are bacteria that are resistant to an antibiotic named vancomycin. VRSA may develop in persons with an underlying health condition, or with previous infections with the bacteria.
Information for the General Public
Information for Public Health Departments
Information for Healthcare Professionals
- Healthcare Associated Infections – CDC
- Healthcare Associated Infections – Utah
- Healthcare Infection Control Practices Advisory Committee – General Guidelines
- Institute for Healthcare Improvement – Patient Safety
- Management of Drug-Resistant Organisims in Healthcare Settings