New “flesh-eating” MRSA Bacteria Is Striking Gay Men

Discussion in 'Politics' started by thesharpone, Jan 16, 2008.

  1. A new, highly drug-resistant strain of the “flesh-eating” MRSA bacteria is being spread among gay men in San Francisco and Boston, researchers reported on Monday.

    In a study published online by the journal Annals of Internal Medicine, the bacteria seemed to be spread most easily through anal intercourse but also through casual skin-to-skin contact and touching contaminated surfaces.

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    http://www.nytimes.com/2008/01/15/health/15infe.html?_r=1&ref=science&oref=slogin
     
  2. This is not a politically correct bacteria. A proper MSRA "poster" needs to infect mom, apple pie and chevrolet. Coming to a media outlet near you.