[Old Dog New Trick]

Originally Posted by PedOncoDoc

That thought process for risk of MRSA is outdated - a large portion of the community at large is colonized with MRSA now, so one does not need any of those risk factors in order to be at risk for MRSA infection.

I realize that but if those factors are present (e.g., gym) then a place may be identified for follow up notification.

Yep, MRSA and MSSA are now like getting chlamydia from a whore house, all's you have to do is walk in the door.

Whatever this lady has I hope the hospital identifies it and begins the proper treatment.