STAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS. ´STAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS Staphylococcus aureus is a widespread bacteria commonly found on the skin of nearly half of the healthy population. They are potential pathogens and can cause skin furuncles or infections in any of the body organs. Staphylococcus aureus produce toxins that cause food poisoning and toxic shock syndrome.,The germs grow in grape-like bunches and are positively colored by the Gram stain.,´