The Epidemiology of Invasive Group A Streptococcal Infection and Potential Vaccine Implications: United States, 2000-2004

2007505 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Rosalyn O’Loughlin · National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases

A Roberson · National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases

Paul R. Cieslak · Oregon Department of Human Services

Ruth Lynfield · Minnesota Department of Health

Ken Gershman · Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

Allen S. Craig · Tennessee Department of Health

Bernadette Albanese

Abstract

GAS remains an important cause of severe disease in the United States. The introduction of a vaccine could significantly reduce morbidity and mortality due to these infections.

Topics & Keywords

Streptococcal Infections and Treatments Neonatal and Maternal Infections Antimicrobial Resistance in Staphylococcus

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Clinical Infectious Diseases

Volume 45, Issue 7, pp. 853-862

DOI: 10.1086/521264

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