Dublin: In Ireland 55 cases of invasive Strep A have been confirmed . An increase in Strep A cases has been recorded across the country. The child's death occurred in an area that includes north Dublin and the north-east of the country.
The HSE said it is considering giving antibiotics as a preventative measure in areas where outbreaks have been reported. Antibiotics can be used to treat mild Strep A infections, but some people still experience serious illness, including scarlet fever.
Following the confirmed death from Strep A, the HSE has issued guidance on precautions to be taken by schools and parents in Ireland. The main suggestion is not to send children with symptoms like fever, phlegm, sore throat, etc. to schools. The HSE said in a memo sent to schools yesterday that children should remain at home until these symptoms have completely resolved.
The HSE has confirmed that the death of a four-year-old boy in North Dublin, Ireland, was caused by Strep A bacteria. This is after laboratory tests were conducted following the suspicion that the child's death was caused by Strep A. The HSE officials said that the family of the deceased child and the school where the child attended are currently being provided with all possible support under the local public health team.
HSE officials said they are currently in discussions with paediatricians about further measures that can be taken to prevent the spread of the disease in children. Symptoms of infection include a sore throat, fever, high temperature, and red or raised bumps. Occasionally, an infection can lead to an aggressive group, in addition to flu-like symptoms and rashes as a result of the fever. A fatal streptococcal infection or iGAS (an invasive Group A Streptococcus). Health Minister Stephen Donnelly said yesterday that the situation is being carefully monitored.
A 5-year-old girl from the north has been reported to have died from a condition linked to a bacterial infection called Strep A in Northern Ireland and the UK. Last week, the Public Health Agency warned people in Northern Ireland to watch out for symptoms of strep A and scarlet fever. Scarlet fever was found in schools in Antrim, Belfast, Bangor and Craigavon, the study said.
Scarlet fever is a bacterial disease that mainly affects children. It forms a distinctive pink-red rash. Streptococcus pyogenes, also known as group A streptococcus, is a bacteria found in the skin and throat.
Schools in the UK are on high alert due to a rise in Strep A-related illnesses. Another 8 young people have died from strep A in England and Wales.
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