Per CDC Overview Vancomycin-intermediate and vancomycin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (VISA/VRSA) are specific types of antimicrobial-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus ) bacteria. Resistance to vancomycin in S. aureus is exceptionally rare. Signs and symptoms VISA/VRSA infections can look like pimples, boils or other skin conditions. VRSA can cause wound infections. Who is at risk People with underlying health conditions (e.g., diabetes and kidney disease). People with tubes...

Board of Health Meeting Agenda  Location: Berkeley County Health Department & Online Via Zoom January 26, 2026, at 4:00pm    Call to Order/Opening Comments -Teresa McCabe Approval of Agenda Review/Acceptance of Minutes:  November 2025 Departmental Reports: Epi Report – Robert Deener Nursing Report – Tanya Manley Environmental Report – Mickayla LaCour Threat Prep Report – Jennifer Schetrompf Administrator Report – Cara Harding Financial Report – Karen Young Health Officer Report – Dr. Kevin...

Per CDC: Key points People and animals can get carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales (CRE) infections. CRE infections can be prevented. Signs and symptoms Pneumonia Bloodstream infections Urinary tract infections Wound infections Meningitis Who is at risk Patients in healthcare settings are at most risk for CRE, especially those who: Require devices like ventilators (breathing machines), urinary (bladder) catheters, or intravenous (vein) catheters. Are taking long courses of certain...