MRSA (Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus) Giant Microbe

You won't find this Superbug in the Hall of Justice! An excellent tool for disease education and a reminder to exercise caution with antibiotics.

Fun Facts

• Healthy Staph: Staph bacteria are found in about 1/3 of normal people, around the nose, and less than 2% carry MRSA.
• Widespread: There are estimated >80,000 invasive MRSA infections and >11,000 related deaths a year.
• Famous People Who Had MRSA: Michael Jackson contracted an MRSA infection during nose reconstruction surgery.

Product Features

• Giantmicrobes are based on actual microbes, cells, organisms and other critters, only 1,000,000 times actual size! 5-8"
• Plush from all new materials. Stuffed with polyester fiber fill. Surface washable: sponge with water & soap, air dry.
• Each plush microbe includes a printed card with fun, educational and fascinating facts about the actual microbe or cell.
• Every product meets or exceeds U.S. and European standards for safety. For ages 3 and up.