High Occurrence of Staphylococcus aureus Isolated from Fitness Equipment from Selected Gymnasiums

Introduction. Staphylococcus aureus is a leading cause of cutaneous bacterial infection involving community. Methods. In this study, a total of 42 swab samples were collected from the surface of various fitness equipment such as back machines, exercise mats, dip stations, dumbbells, and treadmills....

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Main Authors: Lesley Maurice Bilung, Ahmad Syatir Tahar, Rosdi Kira, Aina Ariffah Mohd Rozali, Kasing Apun
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2018-01-01
Series:Journal of Environmental and Public Health
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2018/4592830