Use of whole-genome sequencing to detect transmission of group A Streptococcus in Houston, TX.
Zain I AlamaratMisu A SansonJonathon Chase McNeilCarol J BakerAnthony R FloresPublished in: Access microbiology (2022)
We used a combination of local, comprehensive strain surveillance and bacterial whole-genome sequencing to identify potential transmission events of group A streptococcus (GAS) in Houston, TX, USA. We identified pharyngeal and skin and soft tissue sources of infection as having important roles in community GAS transmission, including invasive diseases.