Impetigo

What is it?

Impetigo is a skin infection caused by the same type of bacteria that cause strep throat, scarlet fever, and pneumonia. It spreads easily from person-to-person. It is most common in young children. You need medicine from a doctor to treat impetigo. For more information, visit the Impetigo webpage at www.cdc.gov.

Fact Sheet

Fact Sheet #1: English

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fact Sheet #2: English

Infographic

Infographic: English

Social Media

Got Impetigo? It' time to go to the doctor: English

Suggested message:

  • Do you have red, itchy sores on your skin? If so, you should see a doctor because it might be Impetigo. To learn more, visit the Impetigo webpage at www.cdc.gov

 

 

 

 

Say "no" to spreading Impetigo: English

Suggested message:

  • It’s best to visit your doctor if you have Impetigo. Your doctor will prescribe you medicine to prevent Impetigo germs from spreading to others. To learn more, visit the Impetigo webpage at www.cdc.gov

Other Sources

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Contact the San Diego Immunization Unit via e-mail or call (866) 358-2966.

Contact the Epidemiology School Response Team via e-mail or call (619) 692-8636.