The recent issue of JPIDS featured a notable study by Hysmith et al which makes us rethink our approach of differentiating between “harmless” pharyngeal carriage of group A streptococcus (GAS) versus actual infection. The study longitudinally...

As you may know, San Diego has had a rise in Hepatitis A cases, primarily among its homeless population. We are confident that travel to San Diego is safe. We do urge visitors to follow standard good hygiene, washing your hands before eating....

After a brief warm welcome from our host Jason Newland, MD, from Washington University in St. Louis, the conference began with the much requested “ASP Basic Workshop”. Sarah Parker, MD, Children’s Hospital Colorado, explained how to use the...