COVID lockdowns linked to surge in severe strep in kids, paris study finds

NCT ID NCT06297122

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study examined severe Group A Streptococcus (strep) infections in children in Paris from 2018 to 2023. Researchers looked at how COVID-19 lockdowns and mask rules changed infection rates over time. The study included 269 children under 18 and found a rise in infections after restrictions were lifted.

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Locations

  • Hôpital Necker-Enfants Malades

    Paris, 75015, France

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