Clinical Microbiology Newsletter
Volume 30, Issue 16 , Pages 121-124 , 15 August 2008

Controlling Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus: an Effective Alternative Approach

  • Michael B. Edmond, M.D., M.P.H., M.P.A.

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    • Corresponding Author InformationMailing Address: Michael B. Edmond, M.D., M.P.H., M.P.A., Box 980019, VCU Medical Center, Richmond, VA 23298-0019. Tel.: 804-828-2121. Fax: 804-828-2125

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doi: 10.1016/j.clinmicnews.2008.07.004

Clinical Microbiology Newsletter
Volume 30, Issue 16 , Pages 121-124 , 15 August 2008

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