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COVID-19 Linked to Higher Mortality in Staphylococcus aureus Bacteremia

COVID-19 Linked to Higher Mortality in Staphylococcus aureus Bacteremia

A report in EMJ notes that COVID-19 was associated with increased mortality in Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia, particularly for hospital-onset cases. The findings underscore elevated risks and potential implications for infection control and clinical management.

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Staphylococcus aureus Bacteremia Mortality