Invasive group A streptococcal disease: managing close contacts in community settings
Guidelines for managing close community contacts of cases of invasive group A streptococcal (iGAS) disease, including flow diagrams.
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This publication is to help health professionals manage cases of invasive group A streptococcal (iGAS) disease.
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Updated information on risk assessment in nurseries, schools and other childcare settings (section 4.1).
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Changed to using diagnosis date (definition included) instead of onset date to define close contacts and the 10-day post-exposure period. Clarified actions required within 10 days of exposure and for the 30-day surveillance period, and that actions should be undertaken for both confirmed and probable cases. Added Clarithromycin as a second line choice for chemoprophylaxis.
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Corrected algorithm 4.
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Updated guidance.
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