by bway654 | Dec 17, 2024 | News
Post-Covid-19 lockdown disease surge tied to waning antibody levels A New Zealand study found that population immunity to bugs like Strep A and RSV declined during the COVID-19 pandemic due to reduced exposure from public health measures like masking and travel bans....
by bway654 | Aug 8, 2024 | News
Severe invasive Group A Strep disease now a ‘notifiable’ disease From 1 October 2024, invasive group A streptococcal infection (iGAS) will become a notifiable disease in New Zealand, requiring health professionals to report confirmed or suspected cases. This move aims...
by bway654 | Oct 22, 2023 | News
What NZ scientists just learned about nasty Strep A bug with ‘striking’ differences A University of Auckland-led study has challenged the long-held belief that the M-protein is the main target of protective immunity against all Strep A strains. In this article,...
by bway654 | Nov 19, 2021 | News
Rheumatic Fever – Report from the Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor The Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor has published a report on rheumatic fever. This Evidence Summary found preventing strep throat infection through vaccination could make a significant...
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