Six children and ten adults have died in Ireland since October from iGAS, an illness caused by Strep A.
Strep A (Group A streptococcus) is a common bacteria. It is sometimes found in the throat or on the skin without causing any symptoms.
The bacteria usually causes mild illness like sore throats and skin infections. However, in rare cases, these bacteria can cause a severe and life threatening illness called invasive group A streptococcal disease (iGAS).
