Most sore throats are caused by colds, the flu, coxsackie virus or mono (mononucleosis). Bacteria that can cause pharyngitis in some cases: 1  Strep throat is caused by group A streptococcus.  Less commonly, bacterial diseases such as gonorrhea and chlamydia can cause sore throat.
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Referral â The provision of timely, appropriate guidance to an individual designed to refer the individual to a specific care and/or service provider. Linkage â An individual is seen by a healthcare provider (physician, physicianâs assistant, nurse practitioner) to receive medical care for HIV infection, usually within a specific time. Linkage is the post-referral verification that medical services were accessed by the individual being referred to care. Linkage to medical care is the outcome of the referral . The term linkage applies specifically to medical care and not to referrals for other types of services. LINKAGE: MORE THAN A REFERRAL REFERRAL LINKAGE