Strep A probed by health experts after deaths of six children and rise in infections
Health experts are investigating cases of Strep A infection after the deaths of six young children and a rise in cases.
There have also been 1.1 cases per 100,000 children aged five to nine compared with the pre-pandemic average of 0.3 . It said there is no current evidence that a new strain is circulating and the rises are most likely due to high amounts of circulating bacteria and social mixing.There were 851 cases reported in the week November 14 to 20, compared to an average of 186 for the same timeframe in previous years.
"The bacteria usually causes a mild infection producing sore throats or scarlet fever that can be easily treated with antibiotics. "Make sure you talk to a health professional if your child is showing signs of deteriorating after a bout of scarlet fever, a sore throat, or a respiratory infection."
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Strep A: Family of Penarth girl Hanna Roap 'broken' by deathFamily of girl who died from bacterial disease Strep A say 'hearts have been broken into a million pieces'
Read more »
Strep A case confirmed in Greater Manchester as child death toll risesThere has been a confirmed case in one area of Greater Manchester
Read more »
Third primary school pupil dies with Strep AThe latest death was of a child who went to school in west London.
Read more »
What Is Strep A And What Are The Symptoms You Need To Know?A fourth child has died of the disease in the UK.
Read more »
Six children have died with Strep A bacterial infection'It's the worst thing that can ever happen.' Dean Burns, whose four-year-old daughter is currently on a ventilator in the critical care unit at Alder Hey Children's Hospital, talks about the risks of invasive Strep A. Latest: 📺 Sky 501 and YouTube
Read more »
Six children under 10 have now died from Strep A amid rise in casesBREAKING: Five young children have now died from Strep A, according to an update from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).
Read more »