Increases in Strep A and Scarlet Fever Cases

You may have seen in the news about the rise in cases of both Scarlet Fever and Strep A amongst young children. 

We have been made aware of cases of both Scarlet Fever and Strep A in our school community and wanted to share the latest information about these conditions with you. 

Public Health have provided us with the document attached below, in addition please view the links below for more information as to what to look out for if your child presents as unwell.

UKHSA update on scarlet fever and invasive Group A strep

www.gov.uk

Group A Strep - What you need to know

ukhsa.blog.gov.uk

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