Beta-hemolytic streptococcal carriage-with special reference to group G-among food handlers in Alexandria

Previous reports emphasized the role of food as a vehicle of transmission and spreading of group G-BHS infection. The study aimed to determine the rate of BHS carriage among food handlers in Alexandria with special reference to group G. Throat swabs were taken from 180 food handlers and cultured to isolate beta hemolytic streptococci. The results showed that 57 out of 180 [31.7%] food handlers were carriers for BHS. The highest percentage of carriage was for group A [13.3%], followed by group G [8.3%]