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Group A Streptococcal infections on the rise.
- Source :
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Nursing . Jul2023, Vol. 53 Issue 7, p41-44. 4p. - Publication Year :
- 2023
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Abstract
- Increasing cases of invasive group A Streptococcal (GAS) disease have been reported in Europe and the US, particularly after the relaxation of lockdowns and mitigation strategies related to the COVID-19 pandemic. This article provides an overview of GAS infection, with updates on testing, treatment, and patient education. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- *STREPTOCOCCAL disease diagnosis
*VACCINES
*NURSING
*STREPTOCOCCAL diseases
*ANTI-infective agents
*ANTIBIOTIC prophylaxis
*ROUTINE diagnostic tests
*PATIENT education
*STAY-at-home orders
*ISOLATION (Hospital care)
*HAND washing
*PATIENT compliance
*PERSONAL protective equipment
*COVID-19 pandemic
*DISEASE risk factors
*INFECTIOUS disease transmission
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 03604039
- Volume :
- 53
- Issue :
- 7
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Nursing
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 164442372
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1097/01.NURSE.0000936768.83231.05