Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) is a staphylococcus ("staph") bacteria that is resistant to many antibiotics.
MRSA, like all staph bacteria, can be spread from person to person through casual contact or via contaminated objects or surfaces. It is most commonly spread via hand contact.
For more information, see:
BC Health File
Hand Hygiene (PDF)