Staphylococcus aureus is a type of bacteria that has long been recognized as a cause of disease. Frequently referred to as staph, it is commonly found on the skin and hair, as well as in the nose and throat of people and animals. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) even reports that about 30% of people carry Staphylococcus aureus in their nose., , , , Most of the time, staph does not cause harm to healthy individuals. However, sometimes it can cause infections ranging fro...