When this PokÃ©mon enters battle, the opponent's [Attack]{mechanic:attack} is lowered by one [stage]{mechanic:stat-modifier}. In a double battle, both opponents are affected. This ability also takes effect when acquired during a battle, but will not take effect again if lost and reobtained without leaving battle.
Quick Answer. The Fairfield Department of Health reports that staph bacteria can live on an object for up to 24 hours, making it important to wash commonly shared objects and surfaces regularly, especially when a known staph infection is present. Because many people carry staph bacteria, it is impossible to rid all instances of the bacteria.
Treating recurrent boils and carbuncles. Boils and carbuncles that keep returning often need further treatment. Most people with recurrent boils develop them because they're carriers of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria (staph bacteria). In this case, treatment may be necessary to kill these bacteria. Treatment depends on where the staph bacteria are found on your body. Bacteria on the skin can be treated with antiseptic soap. Staph bacteria in the nose will need to be treated with a prescribed antiseptic cream for up to 10 days.