New epidemic? – As the country faces a triple epidemic of influenza, bronchiolitis and Covid-19, a new infection emerges and has already killed three people in France, including two children
An unusual increase for several days. At least six children in the UK, one adult and two children in France have died within days of an invasive strep A infection. bronchiolitis, flu and of Covidthe Directorate General of Health reports an “upsurge in serious forms and deaths” due to these infections. 20 Minutes make the point.
What is a streptococcal A infection?
Streptococci A are a class of bacteria that cause various infections. They can cause either mild or fatal infections, especially when they reach the bloodstream. These bacteria are the cause of diseases such as angina, impetigo (skin infection) or scarlet fever, one of the main childhood diseases.
These infections can be “easily treated with antibiotics,” said Dr. Colin Brown, deputy director of the British health security agency, in a statement.
What’s happening in France?
In France, the Directorate General for Health (DGS) warned on Tuesday that an upsurge in infections with s(…) Read more at 20 minutes
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