Growing research suggests the bacteria left behind by the common childhood infection may trick the immune system into ...

Cases of Group A strep have surged in the U.S. A new report shows a 30% increase from the previous peak in cases in 2017. Experts say the pandemic may be to blame. Cases of Group A strep—which can ...

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Recently, clusters of invasive group A strep infections in children have been reported, understandably causing concern among parents. Here are some common questions I’ve been hearing from families: ...

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Strep throat is a common throat infection that often causes a sore throat, fever and trouble swallowing. It tends to come on quickly and may feel worse than a typical cold. While strep throat is most ...

A common strep throat infection can trigger guttate psoriasis by altering the behavior of key immune cells, according to a ...

UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics reports rsv, flu and viral upper respiratory infections this week. Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health Physicians Roseville Pediatrics is reporting a big surge ...

Downing a spoonful of bubblegum pink amoxicillin is a regular part of being a kid, but a nationwide shortage of the antibiotic is making a particularly bad season of strep throat tougher. That hit ...