A urinary tract infection caused by Streptococcus bacteria is relatively uncommon. Certain populations are more at risk than others, but seeking treatment is important for all. Infections caused by ...

Streptococcal infections are common, especially in children between the ages of 5 and 15 years. The infection is spread by contact with infected mucus or saliva. Your doctor may recommend a rapid ...

PHOENIX - An Arizona 2nd grader is fighting for her life as doctors diagnosed the little girl with Group A Streptococcus. Over the last two weeks, she's undergone several amputations. Victoria ...

Strep infections spread through close contact with an infected person. This can happen by inhaling the droplets of coughs and ...

Streptococcus pyogenes or invasive Group A Streptococcus (iGAS) is a major clinical concern around the world, since iGAS infections can quickly escalate into life-threatening conditions such as ...

Scientists have suggested making Streptococcus suis infections reportable in Europe to improve surveillance, given the severity of the disease. Researchers surveyed seven reference laboratories and ...

Researchers have uncovered a crucial link between dietary zinc intake and protection against Streptococcus pneumoniae, the primary bacterial cause of pneumonia. Researchers have uncovered a crucial ...

Collagenase-like protease (Clp) enhances the toxic effect of Streptococcus suis serotype 2 (SS2). Clp increases the permeability of the blood–brain barrier by disrupting tight junctions and inducing ...