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As long as i don't have a cut or scratch on my body, i am safe from contracting mrsa. true or false?
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Not safe.: It is possible to contract MRSA infection even with intact skin. Many, many parts of the body (lungs, sinuses, urine, etc.) could be infected with this very common bacterium.
Answered 11/27/2017
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