Invasive Group A Streptococcal Disease in Nursing Homes, Minnesota, 1995–2006
2008
Invasive Group A Streptococcal Disease in Nursing Homes
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Author Information
Author(s): Jean Rainbow, RN, MPH, Brenda Jewell, Richard N. Danila, PhD, David Boxrud, MS, Bernard Beall, PhD, Chris Van Beneden, MD, MPH, Ruth Lynfield, MD
Hypothesis
What are the risk factors and incidence of invasive group A streptococcal disease among older adults in nursing homes?
Conclusion
Invasive group A streptococcal disease is more common in nursing home residents over 65 years old compared to the general population.
Supporting Evidence
- Older adults are at higher risk for invasive group A streptococcal disease.
- The case-fatality ratio of invasive GAS disease among older patients is significant.
Takeaway
Older people in nursing homes can get a serious infection called group A strep more often than other people.
Participant Demographics
Older adults in nursing homes.
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