Ireland has seen a rise in the disease over the last year. In a report by the Health Protection Surveillance Centre, Invasive Group A Streptococcus (iGAS) disease case numbers are much higher than anticipated this year, especially in children under the age of 18. Group A streptococcus can cause infections such as tonsillitis, pharyngitis, scarlet […]
2 years ago
Parents have been concerned about the rising cases. The HSE has issued an update to parents as they grow concerned about rising Strep A cases. Parents have been told to look out for the symptoms of the illness, but how do children contract it? The HSE has shared more information on Strep A in a […]
2 years ago
A warning has been issued to parents after a rise in Strep A deaths. Six children have sadly died in Ireland since October from iGAS, which is an illness caused by Strep A. Invasive group A streptococcal disease (iGAS) is caused by infection with group A Streptococcus (Strep A) bacteria. Most cases of Strep A […]
2 years ago