Risk Factors Associated with Methicillin Resistance in Hospitalized Newborn Infants with Staphylococcus aureus Infection.

Restrictions on antibiotic abuse and promotion of breast milk feeding may protect newborns from MRSA infections. Prior history of antibiotic use and exclusive breast milk feeding may be important factors to consider in the selection of appropriate empirical antibiotics for use in neonates prior to the availability of the results of antimicrobial susceptibility testing.