Colorado has seen more severe strep cases than usual since November, and two children’s deaths have been linked to the infections.
The state only tracks strep A infections, which are more severe than strep throat or scarlet fever, Herlihy said. In “invasive” infections, the bacteria move into the lungs, the bloodstream, the nervous system or the tissues surrounding a wound.
Typically, the state averages one or two invasive strep A infections in a month, but there have been 11 reported in the Denver area since the start of November, she said. Invasive strep A infections often follow a viral infection that damages the lining of the throat enough to let the bacteria through, Herlihy said. Colorado and the rest of the country saw, or RSV, which usually causes a cold, but can be severe in young children.
“We’ve seen a very large number of viral infections,” Herlihy said. “One of the strategies is to prevent that initial infection.” The state health department is also investigating an increase in severe infections with Streptococcus pneumoniae and Staphylococcus aureus, which also tend to cause secondary infections. There’s no vaccine for strep A or Staphylococcus aureus, but children and older adults typically areParents can prevent secondary infections, including strep A, by making sure their children are up to date on their shots for flu, COVID-19 and chickenpox, Herlihy said.
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