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Staphylococcus can be transmitted either directly or indirectly from a person with a wound that is leaking, or from someone who has an infection that is in the respiratory or urinary tract. Surfaces, equipment and transferal via hand can also cause the spread.

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It spreads like any other bacteria though open sores and by touching your face if you have it on your hands. Wash your hands often keep your fingers out of your mouth and away from your nose.

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it depends on what kind of streptococcus you are referring to..

like for example..

streptococcus pneumoniae is transmitted through respiration..or respiratory.

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