S trep infections are most well known for causing strep throat, which can be treated with antibiotics. But this type of ...

Cases of group A streptococcus (GAS) have been on the rise in the past decade. The bacteria can cause a range of diseases that span from mild to deadly. In addition, the bacteria are diversifying and ...

T he millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies each year are too familiar with symptoms like sneezing, wheezing, and sniffling. But many don't realize there are lots of other, more unusual ...

Nationally, respiratory illness is causing a moderate number of people to seek health care, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Respiratory illnesses range from the common ...

Most of us are aware that a persistent sore throat and a fever are telltale signs of a strep infection, and that they warrant a trip to the doctor for testing, as well as treatment with ...