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Strep A: What is it and what to look out for as a parent

Parents are being urged to be alert for the signs of group A streptococcal (GAS) infections. GAS is a common bacteria which can live harmlessly in our throats and on our skin.  Sometimes it can cause mild illnesses like sore throats, occasionally more serious illnesses like scarlet fever and, albeit rarely, very serious diseases such […]

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