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The Independent UK
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Jane Kirby

Preventative antibiotics for Strep A could be given in schools, says minister

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Preventative antibiotics could be given to children at schools affected by Strep A infections, the schools minister has confirmed.

Nick Gibb told GB News the issue was raised in the House of Lords on Monday and the use of antibiotics is an option.

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