Most group A strep infections cause mild illnesses like strep throat — but when that bacteria spreads to the blood and deep ...

The CDC marked a major uptick in group A strep cases in 10 U.S. states from 2013 to 2022. Here's what to know about risk of ...

A severe sore throat may be an indication of possible strep throat, a bacterial infection. Individuals who develop strep throat often have high fevers or pus on the tonsils; however, Ongkasuwan said ...

It usually starts with bacteria responsible for strep throat or staph infection, or is co-occurring with mononucleosis. In general, peritonsillar abscesses take about two to eight days to form.

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Ashtabula County is experiencing a spike in cases of strep throat and scarlet fever from strep throat infections, health officials said. The scarlet fever rash is a symptom of ...

Strep infections are most well known for causing strep throat, which can be treated with antibiotics. But this type of bacteria can also cause more serious illnesses—even flesh-eating infections.

Clearing one’s throat is a common reflex to remove mucus and irritants — particularly during allergy season. But for some, it can become a habit that's hard to break, which can lead to stress ...

Do you have a sore throat or the dreaded strep throat? Asking two questions can give you that answer. Question Number 1. Do you have a cough. If you do, it's probably not strep throat. A cough is ...

Pediatricians at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital are seeing viral upper respiratory infections, strep throat and ear infections. They’re also still seeing flu cases, but say those ...

ASHTABULA COUNTY, Ohio (WJW) – The Ashtabula County Health Department is alerting the public about a spike in strep throat cases and several cases of scarlet fever. “The Ashtabula County ...