University of Gondar Reports Findings in Staphylococcus aureus (Nasopharyngeal carriage, antimicrobial susceptibility patterns, and associated factors of Gram-positive bacteria among children attending the outpatient department at the...).

A recent study conducted at the University of Gondar in Ethiopia examined the nasopharyngeal carriage, antimicrobial resistance patterns, and associated factors of Gram-positive bacteria among children attending the outpatient department. The study found a high nasopharyngeal carriage of Gram-positive bacteria, including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and multi-drug-resistant isolates. Factors contributing to bacterial carriage included visits to healthcare facilities, larger family sizes, having younger siblings, maternal illiteracy, and indoor cooking. The study recommended surveillance for MRSA in pediatric outpatient settings, community health education, improved household ventilation, and regular screening of younger siblings in healthcare environments to reduce bacterial transmission. [Extracted from the article]