Eighty-five cases of invasive Strep A found in one- to- four-year-olds in England

Catherine Gaunt
Thursday, December 8, 2022

With cases of Strep A and scarlet fever higher than usual for this time of year, early years providers and schools are being asked to follow the usual outbreak management processes as set out in government guidance.

While cases of Group A Strep are higher than usual this year, the bacteria usually causes a mild infection, producing sore throats or scarlet fever that can be easily treated with antibiotics PHOTO Adobe Stock
While cases of Group A Strep are higher than usual this year, the bacteria usually causes a mild infection, producing sore throats or scarlet fever that can be easily treated with antibiotics PHOTO Adobe Stock

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