Impetigo Contagiosa

The microbiology of impetigo in Indigenous children: associations between Streptococcus pyogenes, Staphylococcus aureus,scabies, and nasal carriage

“…Methicillin-resistance was detected in 15% of S. aureus isolates. This is lower than previously reported for our remote tropical context [ 22 ] and lower than recent rates found in a 20 year survey of S. aureus in our region [ 23 ] but consistent with a study of impetigo in urban Indigenous children of northern Australia [ 17 ]. We were uncertain whether MRSA varies by age, as this had not previously been explored, but we found no evidence that it does.…”

The genesis of the electricity supply industry in Britain: A case study of NESCo from 1889 to 1914

“…111 He developed the technological and economic strategy that transformed the NESCo from an urban lighting utility into a regional power company. 112 The two companies had complementary capabilities: Merz & McLellan designed the power stations and possessed the cognitive capital to build trusting relationships with organisations located on the North East coast of England to persuade them to take power from the NESCo. Merz & McLellan would then provide the consultancy service to design and install the equipment required by these new customers.…”

Prevention of Superficial Pyogenic Skin Infections

“…[1][2][3][4] Military service, especially in hot climates, is always associated with a large incidence of skin disease.86 Modern developments in the antibiotic field have added much to the resources of the physician in dealing with pyogenic infections. [1][2][3][4] Military service, especially in hot climates, is always associated with a large incidence of skin disease.86 Modern developments in the antibiotic field have added much to the resources of the physician in dealing with pyogenic infections.…”