Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus Prevalence among Captive Chimpanzees, Texas, USA, 2012
oleh: Patrick W. Hanley, Kirstin F. Barnhart, Christian R. Abee, Susan P. Lambeth, J. Scott Weese
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| Diterbitkan: | Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2015-12-01 |
Deskripsi
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection in humans and animals is concerning. In 2012, our evaluation of a captive chimpanzee colony in Texas revealed MRSA prevalence of 69%. Animal care staff should be aware of possible zoonotic MRSA transmission resulting from high prevalence among captive chimpanzees.