Frequently referred to as staph, Staphylococcus aureus is a type of bacteria that is commonly found on the skin and hair, as well as in the nose and throat of people and animals. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that about 30% of people carry Staphylococcus aureus in their nose., , , , While most of the time staph does not cause harm to healthy individuals, it has long been recognized as a cause of infections for at risk individuals. These range from m...