July 13, 2006
The University of South Carolina is hosting a free seminar on Methicillin-Resistant Staph Aureus (MRSA) and the implications for sports participants.
The session will be held in the 600 level of the press box on the west side of Williams-Brice Stadium on Tuesday, July 18 from 10 a.m. – noon. A box lunch will be served to all participants following the seminar.
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) is a type of bacteria that is resistant to certain antibiotics. These antibiotics include methicillin and other more common antibiotics such as oxacillin, penicillin and amoxicillin.
Please call Sandra Schmale at (803) 777-4272 or email at Schmale@gwm.sc.edu to reserve a spot. Reservations must be received by noon on Monday, July 17. The session will provide two CEUs (Continuing Education Units).