Group A Streptococcus
Page last updated on 10/09/24.
What is it?
Group A streptococcus (group A strep) is a bacteria that lives on a person’s skin or in their nose and throat. Group A strep can cause many different infections. Many people carry the bacteria but never become ill. For more information, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Group A Strep webpage.
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Get an A+ preventing Group A Strep: English
- Suggested message: Group A germs are the only A’s you don’t want to get in school! Earn less germs when you wash your hands. To learn more, visit the Group A webpage at www.cdc.gov.
Let's protect from Group A Strep: English
- Suggested message: Keep your hands clean and stay strep A free! Washing your hands with soap and water helps you stay germ-free and healthy. To learn more, visit the Group A webpage at www.cdc.gov.
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