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Mum watched doctors try and save her baby before tragic Strep A death

Megan appeared to have cold-like symptoms until suddenly her lips turned blue

Liverpool Echo

Fifteen children have died from Strep A in the UK in recent weeks. Could an outbreak in the US follow?

Amid a recent spike in deaths from Strep A infections in the UK, the CDC is now closely monitoring a possible increase of the bacterial infections in the US. A paediatric infectious disease expert tells Andrea Blanco that previous outbreaks in Britain have not had an impact in America, but…

The Independent UK

Map of Strep A and scarlet fever cases in Wales as nation has higher infection rate than any part of England

Wales has a higher rate than any part of England

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15 children die from Strep A infection in UK this winter, latest figures show

Group A Strep bacteria can cause many different infections, ranging from minor illnesses to deadly diseases. Illnesses caused by Strep A include the skin infection impetigo, scarlet fever and strep throat

Nottingham Post

When to keep children off school amid strep A and scarlet fever cases

The UKHSA has issued guidance to parents on when to keep kids at home and when they can go back to school if they get scarlet fever

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15 children have now died from Strep A so far this winter in Britain

Health officials have issued an update on the bacterial infection which is sweeping the UK

Wales Online

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

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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: 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

Scarlet fever cases in Nottinghamshire confirmed as concerns grow over Strep A

861 cases of scarlet fever were confirmed across England and Wales in the last full week of November. Parents have been warned to be on the lookout for symptoms

Nottingham Post

Three doctors on the signs of Strep A to look out for

There has also been an increase in the usual winter respiratory viruses going around

Wales Online

Yousaf stresses ‘no shortage of supply’ of antibiotics for Strep A infections

Scottish Health Secretary Humza Yousaf said he has had ‘guarantees around the stock’ from the Chief Pharmaceutical Officer.

The Independent UK

Strep A confirmed as cause of death of child, 4, in Dublin after investigation

There are high rates of Group A Strep and scarlet fever among children in Northern Ireland

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Strep A infection confirmed in child’s death in Ireland

Public health staff are supporting the family of the four-year-old child, the HSE said

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Irish Mirror

When should I take my child to A&E with Strep A? Irish pharmacist's crucial advice to parents

Nigel Moloney, of Carrigaline CarePlus Pharmacy, spoke to the Irish Mirror to give his advice on what to look out for in your children

The Independent UK

Death of child, 4, in Ireland, confirmed as Strep A

Public health staff are supporting the family of the four-year-old child, the HSE said

Chronicle Live

How to tell the difference between Strep A, Covid and cold symptoms - see full list of signs

A number of children across the UK have died from complications caused by the Strep A infection and parents are being urged to look out for symptoms

Irish Mirror

Strep A confirmed as cause of tragic death of four-year-old in Dublin following HSE investigation

Schools and parents across Ireland are on high alert, with new guidance issued by the HSE

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Wales Online

Three doctors explain Strep A: What it is, what to look for and what to do

While most rashes and sore throats in children are caused by viruses and so aren’t helped by antibiotics, these mild strep A bacterial infections can be easily treated with antibiotics

Wales Online

Four-year-old child's death in Ireland linked to Strep A, authorities say

Health authorities have contacted schools and childcare providers with information

Dublin Live

Young child dies of Strep A infection, health chiefs confirmed

Ã¢The news of a child death with Strep A will be worrying for parents"

Liverpool Echo

Strep A, covid and cold symptoms and how to tell the difference

With so many winter bugs around it can be hard to know what's what

The Independent UK

Fifteen children have died from Strep A in the UK in recent weeks. Could an outbreak in the US follow?

Irish Mirror

Frankie Essex opens up about her Strep A fears after her twin babies were unwell

Former TOWIE star Frankie Essex admitted that her twins, Logan and Luella, were both ill a fortnight ago, just before concerns about Strep A were prevalent

Daily Mirror

Frankie Essex opens up about her Strep A fears after her twin babies were unwell

Former TOWIE star Frankie Essex admitted that her twins, Logan and Luella, were both ill a fortnight ago, just before concerns about Strep A were prevalent

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