Chains of misery: surging invasive group A streptococcal disease
Kimberly Davis,
Yara-Natalie Abo,
Andrew C. Steer
et al.
Abstract:Purpose of review
We describe the epidemiology of the recent global surge in invasive group A streptococcal (GAS) disease and consider its proximate and distal causes. We highlight important knowledge gaps regarding clinical management and discuss potential strategies for prevention.
Recent findings
Rates of invasive GAS (iGAS) disease were increasing globally prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. Since mid-2022, following the worst years of the pandemic in 2… Show more
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