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Two children in Scotland die with Strep A infection

Dec 5,2022 8:20 am

Two Children in Scotland have died with the Strep A infection, figures show.

Public Health Scotland (PHS) says Two Children under the Age Of 10 died between October and December.

Strep A cases are usually mild, causing illness ranging from a Sore Throat to scarlet fever, but in rare occasions can develop into invasive Group A Strep (iGAS) infection.

In its latest update PHS reports seven deaths among iGAS cases, two of which were in children.

The Agency says on its website: " PHS is aware of seven deaths amongst iGAS cases that appear to meet the case definition between 3 October and 25 December 2022, two of whom were in children under 10 Years of age.

" This compares with between zero and seven deaths reported during the same time period of previous years. "

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has So Far reported 94 cases of people dying in England within Seven Days of an iGAS diagnosis. Of those, 16 were children aged 10 and younger.

The UKHSA has said a rise in Strep A cases this year is most likely due to high amounts of the bacteria circulating and increased social mixing.

Parents are being urged to look out for symptoms and to promptly contact their GP or NHS24 if they have any concerns.

UKHSA advises people to call 999 or go to A& E if:

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Source of news: bbc.com

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