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Strep A: 15 children under the age of fifteen across the UK have died from invasive infection

The increase in deaths comes as the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said reports of infection are at their highest levels over the past five years

Evening Standard

Strep A: Child deaths from bacterial infection in UK rise to 15

UKHSA data shows fatalities in England have surged to 13

The Independent UK

Strep A: Shock figures reveal 15 children have died across UK from invasive infection

New data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows 13 children under 15 have died in England since September. Two other deaths of children have been recorded in Belfast and Wales

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Strep A: 15 children across the UK have died from invasive infection

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) published new figures on cases of Strep A in children.

The Independent UK

Strep A cases in your area as UK infections rise 30 per cent

Infections have been found around the country, as authorities warn parents to be vigilant

The Independent UK

Should I send my child to school amid Strep A - important advice for worried families from Greater Manchester health chiefs

The Manchester Evening News asks our health leaders for answers

Manchester Evening News

Strep A: London’s scarlet fever hotspots revealed as parents urged to stay vigilant for symptoms

New figures show certain boroughs have higher rates of infection

Evening Standard

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Mapped: Invasive Group A Strep and scarlet fever cases in the North East

UK Health Security Agency data shows spikes in cases of the potentially lethal infections.

Chronicle Live

Level 3 weather warning explained as Nottinghamshire prepares for freezing weather

Nottinghamshire and the surrounding counties were warned of poor weather in the coming days

Nottingham Post

Scarlet fever cases in your area as cases surge

Infection caused by Strep A bacteria is usually a mild illness that is treated with antibiotics

The Independent UK

How does Strep A bacteria spread, what infections can it cause and how does it become invasive?

The bacteria usually causes mild infections such as tonsillitis and scarlet fever, but in rare cases it can cause severe illnesses which have caused the deaths of eight children

Chronicle Live

Can you contract Strep A twice?

There is currently no vaccine protecting against infections such as strep throat

Manchester Evening News

Scarlet fever cases rise tenfold in a year as Strep A infections soar

More than 23,000 cases have been reported this year so far - compared to 2,300 last year

The Independent UK

How to avoid Strep A and is it contagious?

In rare cases a Strep A infection can be fatal

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Chronicle Live

UKHSA warns of 'serious consequences' and issues safety advice as freezing temperatures set in

Health experts have warned that the cold weather can have a major impact on our health, with certain groups more at risk

Liverpool Echo

Health Secretary gives update on Strep A antibiotics supply

Steve Barclay issued a statement after the Pharmacy Association said there were "blips" in the provision of liquid penicillin

The Independent UK

No shortage of antibiotics to treat Strep A, says Health Secretary

To date, at least nine children have died from complications caused by the Strep A infection.

Evening Standard

Some GPs may lack antibiotics for Strep A but UK has ‘good’ supplies, says Health Secretary

Steve Barclay said parents should be ‘vigilant’ about the risk of children getting seriously ill from Strep A

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Wales Online

Exactly what action UKHSA says to take as temperatures plummet on Wednesday

Advice has been issued on how to stay healthy and safe over the next few very cold days across the country

Nottingham Post

Scarlet fever cases higher in East Midlands than national average

Scarlet fever is caused by the same bacteria group that causes iGAS - which has now claimed the lives of nine UK children.

The Independent UK

Strep A cases in your area as hundreds of infections reported across UK

Infections have been found around the country, as authorities warn parents to be vigilant

Manchester Evening News

Temperatures could plummet to -3C in Manchester later this week as Met Office issues ice warning

There are chances of snow on Thursday evening

The Independent UK

Can adults get Strep A? Cases rise across UK as 15 children die from infection

Scarlet fever is more common in children but adults can also contract the bacterial infection

Nottingham Post

Nottinghamshire NHS tell parents to 'trust their instincts' over Strep A illness

Cases of Strep A have been rising across the country. Nottinghamshire's NHS board has now issued advice to parents on the key symptoms to look out for.

The Independent UK

More cases of diphtheria recorded among asylum seekers

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) published the latest figures on Tuesday.

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