Stopping MRSA before it becomes dangerous is possible, researchers find (PhysOrg)

Most scientists believe that staph infections are caused by many bacterial cells that signal each other to emit toxins. The signaling process is called quorum sensing because many bacteria must be present to start the process.
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This entry was posted on Thursday, December 3rd, 2009 at 10:58 pm and is filed under News.