Group A Streptococcal Disease, Invasive (iGAS)
Group A Streptococcus (GAS) disease is caused by bacteria that spread person-to-person through direct contact with nose, throat or wound secretions or respiratory droplets. Some people carry the bacteria in the throat or on the skin with no symptoms or have mild illness. In rare cases, it becomes “invasive”, or iGAS, when bacteria enter the blood or deep tissue. This can result in severe life-threatening illness.
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PHO Rounds: Legionella Risk Management and Investigations in Health Care Facilities
This session will provide a practical overview of public health investigation of legionellosis in health care facilities, including assessment of the epidemiology, potential environmental sources, appropriate clinical and environmental testing, and environmental control and remediation measures.
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