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Webinar – “Updates on Group A Strep Outbreaks in Illinois”

When

Monday, March 27, 2023    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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A free webinar providing updates about group A strep outbreaks in Illinois, recommendations, reporting and more.

Please join the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), Chicago Department of Public Health and the Illinois Chapter-American Academy of Pediatrics for “Updates on Group A Strep Outbreaks in Illinois” on March 27 from 12 to 1 p.m.

IDPH and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have issued health alerts on the rise in pediatric invasive group A streptococcal (iGAS) infections. Pediatric deaths due to iGAS have also been reported in Illinois this year.

Webinar participants will learn about:

  • Strep activity in Illinois
  • Reporting requirements
  • Other recommendations during this time

See the Group A Strep Outbreaks flyer for more details.

Register for “Updates on Group A Strep Outbreaks in Illinois.”