Britain: Deaths of children from strep to eight

Eight deaths children have been recorded so far from severe bacterial infection from streptococcus Aas confirmed by British health authorities.

Afterwards, Morelands Primary, in Waterlooville, southern England, said it was “absolutely devastated” by the loss of a pupil.

It is noted that such deaths are rare, but since September, seven more children in the UK have died from complications of the disease.

Earlier, it was known that a 12-year-old student in London (the seventh) had also died from strep.

On Saturday, rates of scarlet fever, which is caused by group A strep bacteria, were more than four times higher than usual, with 851 cases reported from 14 to 20 November, compared to an average of 186 cases recorded in previous yearsaccording to official data.

What is Streptococcus A – Symptoms

Strep A is a bacterial infection that affects the throat and skin. Although most cases cause only mild illness, some can be life-threatening and lead to scarlet fever.

“Working with Ealing Council’s public health team, we have provided precautionary advice to the school community to help prevent further cases and are continuing to monitor the situation closely. Group A streptococcal infections usually result in mild illness and information has been shared with parents and staff about signs and symptoms.

These include a sore throat, fever and minor skin conditions and can be treated with a full course of antibiotics from your GP. In rare cases, it can be a serious illness and anyone with a high fever, severe muscle aches, pain in one area of ​​the body and unexplained vomiting or diarrhea she should call NHS 111 and seek medical help immediately,” said Dr Jimmy Chow, adding:

“Although carried harmlessly by a large part of the population, strep A can be spread through close contact, such as kissing or touching.

Although rare, these bacteria, which can be found on the skin and throat, can cause more severe illness and lead to invasive group A strep disease.”

North West London Health Protection Group (UKHSA) has emailed local GPs to warn of the spread of numerous viral infections in local primary school age groups.