Group A streptococcus

flesh-eating bacteria: Flesh-eating bacteria that can kill in two days spreads faster than ever in Japan

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flesh-eating bacteria: Flesh-eating bacteria that can kill in two days spreads faster than ever in Japan

A rare and deadly disease caused by a “flesh-eating” bacteria is spreading rapidly in Japan, particularly in Tokyo. Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) is an aggressive illness that can be fatal within 48 hours of infection. Tokyo alone reported 145 cases in the first half of 2024. The majority of cases are in adults over … Read more

Strep A cases are rising in Canada. What symptoms to watch for  – National

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Strep A cases are rising in Canada. What symptoms to watch for  – National

In the midst of the respiratory virus season in Canada, government data shows strep A cases have been on the rise in the past year, with invasive disease resulting in hospitalizations and some deaths among children. “Early data indicates that iGAS disease activity in 2023 is higher compared to pre-pandemic years, particularly in children under … Read more