While strep A is typically a common infection that can be easily treated, what is concerning some experts is an increase in an invasive form of strep that can be life-threatening. One North Texas doctor says the invasive form of strep A, which the CDC is monitoring, is something parents need to be aware of.
This comes as the United Kingdom is reporting more than a dozen deaths in children under 18 in three months.
There have been 16 reported deaths of children under 18 in the UK just since mid-September. The infection usually does not peak until February through April. The CDC says parents should seek medical attention quickly if they think their child may have an invasive group A strep infection.
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