The dynamics of scarlet fever in The Netherlands, 1906–1920: a historical analysis

Background. Scarlet fever, an infectious disease caused by Streptococcus pyogenes, largely disappeared in developed countries during the twentieth century. In recent years, scarlet fever is on the rise again, and there is a need for a better understanding of possible factors driving transmission. Me...

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Main Authors: Scott A. McDonald, Maarten van Wijhe, Brechje de Gier, Hester Korthals Altes, Bart J. M. Vlaminckx, Susan Hahné, Jacco Wallinga
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Royal Society 2022-11-01
Series:Royal Society Open Science
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Online Access:https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/rsos.220030