Sixth child dies of Strep A infection as scarlet fever cases surge

Six children died from Strep A infection, critical warning arrives from experts

6 children died from Strep A infection, critical warning came from experts - 6 children lost their lives in the UK due to bacterial infection called 'Strep A'. Critical warning has come from experts to families after the deaths...

Health experts investigate Strep A cases after six children die

Health experts investigate Strep A cases after six children die Parents are being urged to be aware of the symptoms

Strep A and scarlet fever cases four times higher than UK average

Symptoms of scarlet fever include: Sore throat, headache, and fever, along with a fine, pinkish or red body rash with a sandpapery feel

U.K. officials issue warning after 6 children die of Strep A infections

Health officials have seen higher numbers of cases caused by Group A streptococci, bacteria that can cause respiratory and skin infections including strep throat, impetigo and scarlet fever.

Strep A investigation launched after deaths of sixth child

There has been six Strep A deaths in the UK since September

Health experts investigate Strep A cases after six children die

Scotland has seen eight cases of Group A Streptococcus in children under 10 as further deaths from the bacteria are confirmed south of the border.