CSH - Sports Hygiene Facebook ad: “As a white belt who got staph, here’s…”

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✊🏻💦🦠 As a white belt who got staph, here’s what I wish I knew… A UFC heavyweight champion ignored a minor symptom for five weeks. He ended up in sepsis with two organs failing, surgeons carving out his chest, and weeks in hospital. His story isn’t rare... One wrestler showed up with uncovered lesions. Then 47 teammates got infected. A Vermont outbreak spilled off the mats and into the town. In an Ohio study, MRSA was found in 100% of training rooms. A team in LA fought the same recurring nightmare for months because no one changed their habits. It is already on the mat. Combat sports break your skin, and your skin is the only wall you have. What to watch for: Something resembling a spot, boil, or spider bite that is red, warm, and deceptively painful. The sign is speed and staph worsens by the hour. Red streaks, fever, or swollen joints mean an immediate doctor visit. Never drain it yourself and don’t itch it, ever. The non-negotiables: * Shower immediately: Within 30 minutes, before you even get in the car. Keep soap in your bag. Properly wiping down and cleaning skin is as important as the soap you use. - Wipe down: Use your own towel between rounds to clear sweat, dead skin, and bacteria. - Never share: Towels, tape, rash guards (even if you don’t have the right one for the comp) - Wash gear instantly: A damp gi left in a bag is a breeding ground. Dry it completely and don’t radiator it. * Cover all cuts: If you can’t cover it, you don’t roll. Short nails and sandals off the mat are mandatory. * Stay off the mat: If you have an active lesion, stay home. One session of ego can shut down the whole gym for weeks. Tag the teammate who drives home in their sweaty gi. #bjj #jiujitsu #grappling #mma #wrestling

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CSH - Sports Hygiene