Schoolboy dies after contracting severe Strep A infection

A schoolchild in south-east London has died after contracting a severe Strep A infection, it has been confirmed. The death of the year eight pupil from Colfeā€™s School in Lewisham brings the national death toll to nine, all children, some as young as four. A UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) spokesperson said that while severe … Continue reading Schoolboy dies after contracting severe Strep A infection