Strep Throat
Page last updated on 10/09/24.
What is it?
Strep throat is a throat infection caused by Strep A bacteria. (Most sore throats are caused by a virus.) Strep throat usually goes away on its own. If you do need a doctor to help you heal, there are tests and medicines that are specifically for strep throat. For more information, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Strep Throat webpage.
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- Suggested message: Think it’s strep? Don’t stress: call your doctor to get tested. If you have strep throat, your doctor can give you medicine. To learn more, visit the Strep Throat webpage at www.cdc.gov.
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