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MRSA is a type of staph bacteria that is resistant to certain antibiotics. It can cause infections that range from minor to life-threatening by entering the body through cuts or open wounds and spreading through direct contact with infected individuals or surfaces. Symptoms depend on the infected area but often appear as boils or swollen, painful skin sores. Treatment may involve draining infections and using specific antibiotics like vancomycin chosen through lab testing. Preventing spread involves good hand hygiene through thorough washing and drying.
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MRSA is a type of staph bacteria that is resistant to certain antibiotics and can cause potentially dangerous skin and other infections. It spreads through direct contact with infected individuals or surfaces contaminated with infected drainage. Symptoms of MRSA skin infections include red, swollen, painful bumps or areas of skin that may be warm, pus-filled, and accompanied by fever. Anyone experiencing these symptoms should see a healthcare professional, who may drain the infection and prescribe antibiotics, without attempting to drain it oneself. To prevent spreading MRSA, keep cuts clean and covered and discourage sharing personal items.
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Staphylococcus aureus, commonly known as staph, is a bacteria that can cause minor skin infections but also serious infections like pneumonia. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a type of staph that is resistant to antibiotics like methicillin. MRSA infections are transmitted through direct contact with infected skin or surfaces and can occur in healthcare settings or among the general community. Signs of MRSA infection include pimple-like or boil-like skin lesions that may be painful or draining. To prevent spreading MRSA in the workplace, proper hand hygiene and cleaning/disinfecting of shared surfaces and equipment is important.
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Staphylococcus aureus, commonly known as staph, is a bacteria often found on the skin that can cause minor infections but also serious infections like pneumonia. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a version of staph that is resistant to antibiotics like methicillin. MRSA infections are transmitted through direct contact or surfaces and are a concern in environments like workplaces that involve crowding, skin contact, shared items or poor cleanliness. Employers can help prevent MRSA transmission by ensuring good hygiene, adequate facilities, routine cleaning and disinfecting of contaminated surfaces.
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MRSA is caused by Staphylococcus aureus bacteria that is resistant to methicillin and other commonly used antibiotics. It can cause infections of the skin or deeper tissues and organs. Healthcare-associated MRSA is often contracted by patients in healthcare settings, while community-associated MRSA is most common in healthy individuals who participate in contact sports or share personal items. Transmission occurs through direct contact with infected skin or contaminated surfaces. Treatment involves antibiotics like vancomycin, and prevention focuses on hand washing and disinfecting surfaces to avoid spreading the infection.
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This document discusses Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), a bacterial infection caused by Staphylococcus bacteria. It notes there are two main types - healthcare-associated MRSA (HA-MRSA) associated with healthcare settings, and community-associated MRSA (CA-MRSA) spread through close personal contact. Symptoms vary depending on the infection type and can include rashes, fever and cough. Risk factors include recent hospitalization, weakened immunity, living in crowded places, or participating in contact sports. Diagnosis involves culturing wound, sputum, urine or blood samples. Treatment differs between HA-MRSA and CA-MRSA but generally involves antibiotics, with more severe HA
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infections in different parts of body. It is tougher to treat than most strains of Staphylococcus
aureus because it is resistant to some commonly used antibiotics.
The symptoms of MRSA is depends on which part of the body is infected. In most cases it
causes mild infection on skin like sores and boils. But it can also cause serious skin infection or
infects surgical wounds, blood stream, lungs and urine system.
Lot of people are exposed to antibiotic foods. when antibiotics are added to live stock feed, are
using on livestock, pathogens carrying from live stock become resist to humans.
In humans it causes weaker bacteria are died and stronger bacteria are became more strong. The
pathogens optimally creating boils.
Most MRSA are not serious, but some are life threatening.
MRSA is more common among the people with low immunity those who are in hospitals and
nursing homes.
MRSA is spread by contact, So a person can easily infected MRSA by touching another person
or his objects those who was infected with MRSA.
Prevention:
Washing hands on regular basis, it is the first line of defense among MRSA.
Keep wounds cover all time.
Sanitize your linens.
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MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) is a “staphylococcus” bacteria that causes
infections in different parts of body. It is tougher to treat than most strains of Staphylococcus
aureus because it is resistant to some commonly used antibiotics.
The symptoms of MRSA is depends on which part of the body is infected. In most cases it
causes mild infection on skin like sores and boils. But it can also cause serious skin infection or
infects surgical wounds, blood stream, lungs and urine system.
Lot of people are exposed to antibiotic foods. when antibiotics are added to live stock feed, are
using on livestock, pathogens carrying from live stock become resist to humans.
In humans it causes weaker bacteria are died and stronger bacteria are became more strong. The
pathogens optimally creating boils.
Most MRSA are not serious, but some are life threatening.
MRSA is more common among the people with low immunity those who are in hospitals and
nursing homes.
MRSA is spread by contact, So a person can easily infected MRSA by touching another person
or his objects those who was infected with MRSA.
Prevention:
Washing hands on regular basis, it is the first line of defense among MRSA.
Keep wounds cover all time.
Sanitize your linens..
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infections in different parts of body. It is tougher to treat than most strains of Staphylococcus
aureus because it is resistant to some commonly used antibiotics.
The symptoms of MRSA is depends on which part of the body is infected. In most cases it
causes mild infection on skin like sores and boils. But it can also cause serious skin infection or
infects surgical wounds, blood stream, lungs and urine system.
Lot of people are exposed to antibiotic foods. when antibiotics are added to live stock feed, are
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In humans it causes weaker bacteria are died and stronger bacteria are became more strong. The
pathogens optimally creating boils.
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MRSA is more common among the people with low immunity those who are in hospitals and
nursing homes.
MRSA is spread by contact, So a person can easily infected MRSA by touching another person
or his objects those who was infected with MRSA.
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Washing hands on regular basis, it is the first line of defense among MRSA.
Keep wounds cover all time.
Sanitize your linens.
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infections in different parts of body. It is tougher to treat than most strains of Staphylococcus
aureus because it is resistant to some commonly used antibiotics.
The symptoms of MRSA is depends on which part of the body is infected. In most cases it
causes mild infection on skin like sores and boils. But it can also cause serious skin infection or
infects surgical wounds, blood stream, lungs and urine system.
Lot of people are exposed to antibiotic foods. when antibiotics are added to live stock feed, are
using on livestock, pathogens carrying from live stock become resist to humans.
In humans it causes weaker bacteria are died and stronger bacteria are became more strong. The
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nursing homes.
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Prevention:
Washing hands on regular basis, it is the first line of defense among MRSA.
Keep wounds cover all time.
Sanitize your linens..
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Wereport the study of a huge optical intraday flare on 2021 November 12 at 2 a.m. UT in the blazar OJ287. In the binary black hole model, it is associated with an impact of the secondary black hole on the accretion disk of the primary. Our multifrequency observing campaign was set up to search for such a signature of the impact based on a prediction made 8 yr earlier. The first I-band results of the flare have already been reported by Kishore et al. (2024). Here we combine these data with our monitoring in the R-band. There is a big change in the R–I spectral index by 1.0 ±0.1 between the normal background and the flare, suggesting a new component of radiation. The polarization variation during the rise of the flare suggests the same. The limits on the source size place it most reasonably in the jet of the secondary BH. We then ask why we have not seen this phenomenon before. We show that OJ287 was never before observed with sufficient sensitivity on the night when the flare should have happened according to the binary model. We also study the probability that this flare is just an oversized example of intraday variability using the Krakow data set of intense monitoring between 2015 and 2023. We find that the occurrence of a flare of this size and rapidity is unlikely. In machine-readable Tables 1 and 2, we give the full orbit-linked historical light curve of OJ287 as well as the dense monitoring sample of Krakow.
Compositions of iron-meteorite parent bodies constrainthe structure of the pr...
Magmatic iron-meteorite parent bodies are the earliest planetesimals in the Solar System,and they preserve information about conditions and planet-forming processes in thesolar nebula. In this study, we include comprehensive elemental compositions andfractional-crystallization modeling for iron meteorites from the cores of five differenti-ated asteroids from the inner Solar System. Together with previous results of metalliccores from the outer Solar System, we conclude that asteroidal cores from the outerSolar System have smaller sizes, elevated siderophile-element abundances, and simplercrystallization processes than those from the inner Solar System. These differences arerelated to the formation locations of the parent asteroids because the solar protoplane-tary disk varied in redox conditions, elemental distributions, and dynamics at differentheliocentric distances. Using highly siderophile-element data from iron meteorites, wereconstruct the distribution of calcium-aluminum-rich inclusions (CAIs) across theprotoplanetary disk within the first million years of Solar-System history. CAIs, the firstsolids to condense in the Solar System, formed close to the Sun. They were, however,concentrated within the outer disk and depleted within the inner disk. Future modelsof the structure and evolution of the protoplanetary disk should account for this dis-tribution pattern of CAIs.
TOPIC OF DISCUSSION: CENTRIFUGATION SLIDESHARE.pptx
Centrifugation is a powerful technique used in laboratories to separate components of a heterogeneous mixture based on their density. This process utilizes centrifugal force to rapidly spin samples, causing denser particles to migrate outward more quickly than lighter ones. As a result, distinct layers form within the sample tube, allowing for easy isolation and purification of target substances.
Methods of grain storage Structures in India.pdf
•Post-harvestlossesaccountforabout10%oftotalfoodgrainsduetounscientificstorage,insects,rodents,micro-organismsetc.,
•Totalfoodgrainproductioninindiais311milliontonnesandstorageis145mt.InIndia,annualstoragelosseshavebeenestimated14mtworthofRs.7,000croreinwhichinsectsaloneaccountfornearlyRs.1,300crores.
•InIndiaoutofthetotalproduction,about30%ismarketablesurplus
•Remaining70%isretainedandstoredbyfarmersforconsumption,seed,feed.Hence,growerneedstoragefacilitytoholdaportionofproducetosellwhenthemarketingpriceisfavourable
•TradersandCo-operativesatmarketcentresneedstoragestructurestoholdgrainswhenthetransportfacilityisinadequate
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Gadgets for management of stored product pests_Dr.UPR.pdf
Insectsplayamajorroleinthedeteriorationoffoodgrainscausingbothquantitativeandqualitativelosses
Wellprovedthatnogranariescanbefilledwithgrainswithoutinsectsastheharvestedproducecontainegg(or)larvae(or)pupae(or)adultinsectinthembecauseoffieldcarryoverinfestationwhichcannotbeavoidedindevelopingcountrieslikeIndia
Simpletechnologiesfortimelydetectionofinsectsinthestoredproduceandtherebyplantimelycontrolmeasures
Mending Clothing to Support Sustainable Fashion_CIMaR 2024.pdf
Ozturkcan, S., Berndt, A., & Angelakis, A. (2024). Mending clothing to support sustainable fashion. Presented at the 31st Annual Conference by the Consortium for International Marketing Research (CIMaR), 10-13 Jun 2024, University of Gävle, Sweden.
Signatures of wave erosion in Titan’s coasts
The shorelines of Titan’s hydrocarbon seas trace flooded erosional landforms such as river valleys; however, it isunclear whether coastal erosion has subsequently altered these shorelines. Spacecraft observations and theo-retical models suggest that wind may cause waves to form on Titan’s seas, potentially driving coastal erosion,but the observational evidence of waves is indirect, and the processes affecting shoreline evolution on Titanremain unknown. No widely accepted framework exists for using shoreline morphology to quantitatively dis-cern coastal erosion mechanisms, even on Earth, where the dominant mechanisms are known. We combinelandscape evolution models with measurements of shoreline shape on Earth to characterize how differentcoastal erosion mechanisms affect shoreline morphology. Applying this framework to Titan, we find that theshorelines of Titan’s seas are most consistent with flooded landscapes that subsequently have been eroded bywaves, rather than a uniform erosional process or no coastal erosion, particularly if wave growth saturates atfetch lengths of tens of kilometers.
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Holsinger, Bruce W. - Music, body and desire in medieval culture [2001].pdf
Music and Medieval History
MICROBIAL INTERACTION PPT/ MICROBIAL INTERACTION AND THEIR TYPES // PLANT MIC...
MICROBIAL INTERACTION PPT/ MICROBIAL INTERACTION AND THEIR TYPES // PLANT MIC...ABHISHEK SONI NIMT INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL AND PARAMEDCIAL SCIENCES , GOVT PG COLLEGE NOIDA
Microbial interaction
Microorganisms interacts with each other and can be physically associated with another organisms in a variety of ways.
One organism can be located on the surface of another organism as an ectobiont or located within another organism as endobiont.
Microbial interaction may be positive such as mutualism, proto-cooperation, commensalism or may be negative such as parasitism, predation or competition
Types of microbial interaction
Positive interaction: mutualism, proto-cooperation, commensalism
Negative interaction: Ammensalism (antagonism), parasitism, predation, competition
I. Mutualism:
It is defined as the relationship in which each organism in interaction gets benefits from association. It is an obligatory relationship in which mutualist and host are metabolically dependent on each other.
Mutualistic relationship is very specific where one member of association cannot be replaced by another species.
Mutualism require close physical contact between interacting organisms.
Relationship of mutualism allows organisms to exist in habitat that could not occupied by either species alone.
Mutualistic relationship between organisms allows them to act as a single organism.
Examples of mutualism:
i. Lichens:
Lichens are excellent example of mutualism.
They are the association of specific fungi and certain genus of algae. In lichen, fungal partner is called mycobiont and algal partner is called
II. Syntrophism:
It is an association in which the growth of one organism either depends on or improved by the substrate provided by another organism.
In syntrophism both organism in association gets benefits.
Compound A
Utilized by population 1
Compound B
Utilized by population 2
Compound C
utilized by both Population 1+2
Products
In this theoretical example of syntrophism, population 1 is able to utilize and metabolize compound A, forming compound B but cannot metabolize beyond compound B without co-operation of population 2. Population 2is unable to utilize compound A but it can metabolize compound B forming compound C. Then both population 1 and 2 are able to carry out metabolic reaction which leads to formation of end product that neither population could produce alone.
Examples of syntrophism:
i. Methanogenic ecosystem in sludge digester
Methane produced by methanogenic bacteria depends upon interspecies hydrogen transfer by other fermentative bacteria.
Anaerobic fermentative bacteria generate CO2 and H2 utilizing carbohydrates which is then utilized by methanogenic bacteria (Methanobacter) to produce methane.
ii. Lactobacillus arobinosus and Enterococcus faecalis:
In the minimal media, Lactobacillus arobinosus and Enterococcus faecalis are able to grow together but not alone.
The synergistic relationship between E. faecalis and L. arobinosus occurs in which E. faecalis require folic acid
SDSS1335+0728: The awakening of a ∼ 106M⊙ black hole⋆
Context. The early-type galaxy SDSS J133519.91+072807.4 (hereafter SDSS1335+0728), which had exhibited no prior optical variations during the preceding two decades, began showing significant nuclear variability in the Zwicky Transient Facility (ZTF) alert stream from December 2019 (as ZTF19acnskyy). This variability behaviour, coupled with the host-galaxy properties, suggests that SDSS1335+0728 hosts a ∼ 106M⊙ black hole (BH) that is currently in the process of ‘turning on’. Aims. We present a multi-wavelength photometric analysis and spectroscopic follow-up performed with the aim of better understanding the origin of the nuclear variations detected in SDSS1335+0728. Methods. We used archival photometry (from WISE, 2MASS, SDSS, GALEX, eROSITA) and spectroscopic data (from SDSS and LAMOST) to study the state of SDSS1335+0728 prior to December 2019, and new observations from Swift, SOAR/Goodman, VLT/X-shooter, and Keck/LRIS taken after its turn-on to characterise its current state. We analysed the variability of SDSS1335+0728 in the X-ray/UV/optical/mid-infrared range, modelled its spectral energy distribution prior to and after December 2019, and studied the evolution of its UV/optical spectra. Results. From our multi-wavelength photometric analysis, we find that: (a) since 2021, the UV flux (from Swift/UVOT observations) is four times brighter than the flux reported by GALEX in 2004; (b) since June 2022, the mid-infrared flux has risen more than two times, and the W1−W2 WISE colour has become redder; and (c) since February 2024, the source has begun showing X-ray emission. From our spectroscopic follow-up, we see that (i) the narrow emission line ratios are now consistent with a more energetic ionising continuum; (ii) broad emission lines are not detected; and (iii) the [OIII] line increased its flux ∼ 3.6 years after the first ZTF alert, which implies a relatively compact narrow-line-emitting region. Conclusions. We conclude that the variations observed in SDSS1335+0728 could be either explained by a ∼ 106M⊙ AGN that is just turning on or by an exotic tidal disruption event (TDE). If the former is true, SDSS1335+0728 is one of the strongest cases of an AGNobserved in the process of activating. If the latter were found to be the case, it would correspond to the longest and faintest TDE ever observed (or another class of still unknown nuclear transient). Future observations of SDSS1335+0728 are crucial to further understand its behaviour. Key words. galaxies: active– accretion, accretion discs– galaxies: individual: SDSS J133519.91+072807.4
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MRSA .pptx
- 2. Introduction Causes Signs & Symptoms Treatment Table of contents
- 3. Introduction Some germs that are commonly on the skin and in the nose are called staphylococcus or “staph” bacteria. However, these infections are usually minor and treated with antibiotics. MRSA infections can range from very minor to life- threatening. The bacteria can live on surfaces for several days. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a bacterium that causes infections in different parts of the body. It's tougher to treat than most strains of staphylococcus aureus -- or staph -- because it's resistant to some commonly used antibiotics. (Mayo Clinic,2022) MRSA was first identified in the 1960’s and was mainly found in hospital and nursing homes. In the late 1990’s a new type of MRSA was found and this type is becoming more common among otherwise healthy people.
- 4. Causes Anyone can get MRSA which is spread in much the same way as a cold – by touching someone or something with the bacteria on it and then touching your eyes, nose or a cut or scrape. Some risk factors include: •Living in in crowded places such as corrections facilities. •Being in close contact with someone who has MRSA, such as in contact sports. •Living in a place that isn't clean. •Sharing used personal items such as towels, clothes, or razors. •Having cuts, cracked skin, or open sores. •Objects that have MRSA bacteria on them such as desks, doorknobs or phones. (mayoclinic,2022) The Washington post,2019
- 5. Signs and Symptoms Most commonly, MRSA causes skin infections that may look like Spider bites. Large, red, painful lumps under the skin. A cut that is swollen, hot and filled with pus. In rare cases, MRSA can cause pneumonia and infections in the blood, bones and urine Symptoms of MRSA depend on the area of body infected, and include: • Sores or boils on the skin • Swollen, red, painful bumps • Fluid or pus filled bumps • Affected area is warm to touch • Fever • Chills • Low blood pressure • Severe headache • Shortness of breath (mayo clinic, 2022)
- 6. Treatment Most often, MRSA will be treated by draining the wound and keeping it clean and covered until it heals. In some cases, an antibiotic may be prescribed. In this case, since MRSA is resistant to many antibiotics, it may be necessary to have a lab test the bacteria to determine which antibiotic will work best. Vancomycin or daptomycin are the agents of choice for treatment of invasive MRSA infections The most effective way to prevent the spread of MRSA is frequent hand washing: Use warm soapy water or a hand sanitizer with 60% alcohol Scrub for 20 seconds. Dry hands thoroughly with paper towels Use paper towels to turn off faucet and open door (CDC,2019)
- 7. References Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2022, November 8). MRSA infection. Mayo Clinic. Retrieved December 14, 2022, from https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases- conditions/mrsa/symptoms-causes/syc-20375336 MRSA fact sheet - centers for disease control and prevention. (n.d.). Retrieved December 12, 2022, from https://www.cdc.gov/mrsa/pdf/MRSA_ConsumerFactShe et_F.pdf Vincent Iannelli, M. D. (2022, June 22). Staph skin infections and MRSA treatments. Verywell Health. Retrieved December 9, 2022, from https://www.verywellhealth.com/staph-skin-infections-and- mrsa-2633409 WebMD. (n.d.). MRSA: Contagious, symptoms, causes, prevention, treatments. WebMD. Retrieved December 10, 2022, from https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and- treatments/understanding-mrsa