WASHINGTON — The gym that is used as a workout and recreational facility by some of Washington''s most powerful and
influential people has been invaded by Methicillin-resistant
Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), according to
InjuryBoard.com.
As a precautionary measure, the
House of Representatives gym has been thoroughly disinfected with Simple Green D Pro 3 disinfectant and anyone who frequents the facility has been provided with literature about the infection, the story stated.
The
House Chief Administrative Officer said: "A House employee has reportedly contracted Methicillin-resistant
Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA). That House employee is also a member of the House Staff Fitness Center (HSFC)."
Some lawmakers often sleep in their offices and use the gym facilities to shower, the story noted.
It remains unknown how or where the employee contracted the infection, the story added.
