This advisory highlights the continued increase in invasive Group A Streptococcal (iGAS) cases reported in New Jersey.
Clinicians should be aware of these trends and consider iGAS as a possible cause of severe illness. Cases and suspected clusters should be promptly reported to the local health department.
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