Scientists are Worried About the Rise of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus

Question

Scientists are worried about the rise of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)because
A)approximately 1/3 of people harbor this species on their skin and in their nasal passages.
B)MRSA can compete with penicillin.
C)we now have multi-drug resistant strains of MRSA.
D)recently appearing MRSA strains, such as clone USA300, can cause lethal infections of the skin, lungs, and blood.
E)C and D

Accepted Answer

Both choices C and D are correct. MRSA strains have become multi-drug resistant, making them difficult to treat with traditional antibiotics. Additionally, recent strains like clone USA300 have caused lethal infections, making the situation even more concerning.