Coxsackie virus
infectious agent
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Coxsackieviruses are a group of viruses that can cause a range of illnesses, from mild symptoms like a sore throat or cold to more serious conditions such as meningitis, hepatitis, and inflammation of the heart. These viruses are transmitted through respiratory droplets or by contact with contaminated food, hands, or utensils. While over 20 million people in the United States are infected annually, most infections are benign, with only a small fraction leading to significant illness. Coxsackieviruses are a type of enterovirus.1
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