UK health officials are advising schools on how to combat Strep A infections. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) says infections are higher this year compared with the previous two, likely as a ...

As colder weather blows in, changes in temperature mean it's the season of sore throats. But not all sore throats are made equal — some are caused by viruses while others are caused by bacteria. Such ...

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation into the skyrocketing prices of antibiotics following the surge in Strep A cases. Pharmacies have accused drug companies ...

Strep throat is an infection that attacks your throat and tonsils. Strep refers to "group A streptococcus." It's named after the bacteria that causes the disease. This condition is most common in ...

Five children have died of invasive Strep A so far this year in Illinois. Cases of invasive group A strep infections, which can cause severe illness and be deadly, remain elevated in some parts of the ...

Strep and mono are both infectious illnesses. However, they occur for different reasons. Strep throat is a bacterial infection, so treatment may involve a course of antibiotics. Mono is a viral ...

Babies can get strep throat from time to time. If the illness is recurring, there may be an underlying health issue. Babies with strep throat may experience cold-like symptoms, irritability, fever, ...

Lots of things can cause a sore throat. One cause, especially in children and teens, is the bacteria that creates strep throat. Streptococcus pyogenes (group A Streptococcus) is the formal name of the ...

There have been five recorded deaths within seven days of an invasive Strep A diagnosis in children under 10 in England this season, the UK Health Security Agency has said. A child under the age of 10 ...

A urinary tract infection caused by Streptococcus bacteria is relatively uncommon. Certain populations are more at risk than others, but seeking treatment is important for all. Infections caused by ...