1. [Paying attention to the epidemic of group A Streptococcus infections in multiple European and American countries].
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Yao KH, Guo MY, Lai Y, and Deng JH
- Subjects
- Child, Humans, COVID-19 epidemiology, COVID-19 prevention & control, Disease Outbreaks, Scarlet Fever epidemiology, Europe epidemiology, Americas epidemiology, Epidemics statistics & numerical data, Streptococcal Infections epidemiology, Streptococcus pyogenes
- Abstract
At the end of 2022, the World Health Organization reported an increase in group A Streptococcus (GAS) infections, such as scarlet fever, in multiple countries. The outbreak primarily affected children under 10 years old, and the number of deaths was higher than anticipated, causing international concern. This paper reviews the current state of the GAS disease outbreak, its causes, and response measures. The authors aim to draw attention from clinical workers in China and increase their awareness and vigilance regarding this epidemic. Healthcare workers should be aware of the potential epidemiological changes in infectious diseases that may arise after the optimization of control measures for coronavirus disease 2019 to ensure children's health.
- Published
- 2023
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