Is the Tripledemic to Blame for the Rise in Serious Strep Throat Infections?
A potential rise in invasive group A strep (streptococcus) infections, which has caused the death of 16 children under age 18 in the United Kingdom, now has U.S. health experts concerned.In the Denver metro area alone, there have been 11 reported cases of invasive group A strep (sometimes shortened to iGAS) in children between 10 months and 6 years old, according to a press release from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.Although these infections are still rare, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is currently investigating a possible increase.What is invasive group A strep and what symptoms signal a dangerous infection? Here’s what you need to know to keep your family safe.What Is Group A Strep?“Group A streptococcus is a bacteria; it’s notorious for causing sore throat,”…