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In 1937, the Massengill Drug Company marketed the new over-the-counter antibacterial drug to treat strep infections.—Michael Posner, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2026 If the severe throat pain symptoms are explained by a positive strep test, a patient starts antibiotics.—Eva Flowe
april 20, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026 Because of that variance, Lye tests for strep even when there isn't a sore throat.—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 25 Feb. 2026 This includes prenatal testing for diabetes, testing for group B strep, standard vaccinations, and many standard medications.—wendy Wisner, Parents, 27 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for strep