A case of Group A Streptococcus (Strep A) has been confirmed at a primary school in Bristol. Bailey's Court Primary School, in Bradley Stoke, has informed parents a year four child has developed the infection.
In an email sent to parents with children at the school, school headteacher, Mr Andrew Lynham, confirmed the child was being treated by their doctor and should be safe to return to school "over the next few day". The email said the Health Security Agency had been informed and the school has been informed there is no further action necessary.
Strep A is a type of bacteria which lead to skin infections, scarlet fever, and strep throat. While these infections are typically mild, it can become more serious, and it was yesterday reported (December 6) that a ninth child had died from an invasive group A strep (iGAS) which is when bacteria gets into the bloodstream.
