
07/23/2025
🤒 What Is Strep Throat & How to Prevent It?
Strep throat is a painful, contagious throat infection caused by Streptococcus bacteria—common in kids, especially in colder months.
Prevent it by:
🧼 Washing hands often
🚫 Avoiding close contact & sharing utensils
😷 Covering coughs/sneezes
🧽 Disinfecting surfaces
🏡 Staying home if you're sick
Symptoms? Sore throat, fever, painful swallowing, white patches on tonsils. See a provider—antibiotics are needed!
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