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Elon Musk’s Neuralink faces federal investigation after ‘killing 1,500 animals in testing’

The US Department of Agriculture is investigating the firm following complaints that its animal testing is being rushed and causing needless suffering and deaths

Evening Standard

How can I protect my child from Strep A?

A GP breaks down what parents and carers need to know. By Prudence Wade.

The Independent UK

What to do if you think your child has Strep A

Cases of scarlet fever have spiked as a result of Strep A infections

The Independent UK

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Strep A: Parents warned to look out for these symptoms as scarlet fever cases rise

Warning comes as another child dies after contracting Strep A infection

The Independent UK

Why is everyone getting sick right now? How Covid lockdowns may affect our immune systems

The key to good immune health starts in the mind.

Inverse

Axios-Ipsos poll: Few COVID worries for the holidays

Americans are entering the holidays with COVID firmly in the back of their minds.

Axios

What is Strep A and what should you do if you think your child has it

The bacterium is very common and lots of people will have it unknowingly but in some cases, it can spread to others who may have an increased chance of becoming ill from the infection

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'Red flag' Strep A symptoms explained by Good Morning Britain's Dr Hilary Jones

He stressed an invasive Strep A infection remains very rare, but there are some "red flag" symptoms to look out for

Nottingham Post

Antibiotics ‘can be given to groups of children during Strep A outbreaks’

Guidance on scarlet fever outbreaks says antibiotics can be given on a case-by-case basis.

The Independent UK

The business of clinical trials is booming. Private equity has taken notice

After finding success investing in the more obviously lucrative corners of American medicine — like surgery centers and dermatology practices — private equity firms have moved aggressively into the industry’s more hidden niches: They are pouring billions into the business of clinical drug trials.

Tribune News Service

Chinese rush to stock up antigen kits, medicines as COVID prevention curbs ease

Chinese residents have rushed to snap up COVID-19 antigen kits and medicines for fevers and colds, as the country's recent easing of prevention measures triggered widespread concern among the public that they could now catch the virus.

Reuters

Editorial: Thicker than sexuality: Let gay and bisexual men donate blood like anyone else

The Food and Drug Administration is on the cusp of changing rules so that more gay and bisexual men can donate blood like anyone else. It’s about time.

Tribune News Service

Strep A: Five-year-old schoolgirl dies from reported case in Belfast

The schoolgirl had been admitted to the Royal Belfast Hospital for Sick Children

Belfast Live

Ninth child dies with Strep A as minister says antibiotics could be given in schools

The total number of fatalities has hit nine

Nottingham Post

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Evening Standard

Strep A: Leading children’s doctor tells parents ‘don’t hang around’ if child is sick

A leading children’s doctor has warned parents not to “hang around” if their child appears to be seriously ill with Strep A symptoms.

The Guardian - UK

Children at risk of strep A in England could be given preventive antibiotics

‘Rare’ blanket measure may be used at primary schools after at least nine UK deaths from bacterial infection

Liverpool Echo

Strep A: antibiotics could be given out in schools to stop illness

At least eight children have died from invasive Strep A infection since September

The Independent UK

Strep A cases in your area as hundreds of infections reported across UK

Infections have been found around the country, as authorities warn parents to be vigilant

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Antibiotics could be given to children in schools to stop Strep A, reports say

Eight young people are believed to have died from an invasive form of Strep A and parents are being urged to look out for symptoms in their children

Wales Online

Minister confirms preventative drugs for children after eight Strep A deaths

It comes after the deaths of at least eight children from invasive Strep A infection since September.

Liverpool Echo

Red flag Strep A symptom that means your child needs to be seen by a doctor

Dr Hilary stressed that while the illness is rare parents should still be "assertive" when getting a doctor's appointment

The Independent UK

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

Eight children are known to have died from invasive Strep A infection.

The Independent UK

Strep A: Antibiotics could be given to children in ‘rare’ move after eighth child dies

It comes after an eighth child died from Strep A

Evening Standard

Strep A: Antibiotics could be given to children en masse’ after eighth death

It comes after an eighth child died from Strep A.

Wales Online

Rare blanket move may see children given antibiotics after eighth Strep A death

The UKHSA said the preventative measure would be 'exceptional'

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