What are the most common bacterial pathogens in U.S?
The most common bacterial pathogens in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), are:
1. *Staphylococcus aureus*
*2. *Streptococcus pneumoniae*
*3. *Enterococcus faecalis*
*4. *Escherichia coli* (E. coli)
*5. *Klebsiella pneumoniae*
*6. *Pseudomonas aeruginosa*
*7. *Acinetobacter baumannii*
*8. *Enterobacter cloacae*
*9. *Proteus mirabilis*
*10. *Serratia marcescens*
These bacteria can cause a variety of infections, including pneumonia, blood infections, sepsis, skin and soft tissue infections, and meningitis. They can also cause a variety of diseases, such as scarlet fever, streptococcal pharyngitis (strep throat), toxic shock syndrome, and urinary tract infections.