Newswise — According to a from the CDC, invasive group A strep infections have more than doubled between 2013 to 2022.
Invasive group A strep is a serious, potentially life-threatening infection that occurs when Streptococcus pyogenes, the bacteria that causes strep throat, invades germ-free areas of the body like your lungs or bloodstream.The study calls for efforts to prevent and control infections.
The George Washington University has experts available who can provide insight. If you would like to schedule an interview, please contact Katelyn Deckelbaum, [email protected]. is an assistant professor of medicine at GW School of Medicine & Health Sciences.
is an associate professor of pediatrics at the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences.
is a clinical assistant professor of Surgery in the Ear, Nose, & Throat Center within the GW Medical Faculty Associates.
is a pediatric nurse practitioner and clinical assistant professor at the GW School of Nursing.
is a clinical assistant professor in the GW School of Nursing and primarily teaches pediatrics and health assessment.
is a neonatal nurse practitioner, researcher, and educator at the GW School of Nursing. Throughout her career, she has been at the forefront of advancing nursing research, education, and practice, with a specific focus on neonatology, infant health, and developmental pediatrics.
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