It comes as social media posts have circulated online in the last number of days, stating that pharmacies can test for Strep A and issue antibiotics
- this is untrue, the Department has confirmed.
The Public Health Agency has said parents and guardians should be on alert for the signs of group A streptococcal infections. Group A streptococcus bacteria usually cause a mild infection producing sore throats or scarlet fever that can be easily treated with antibiotics. "While iGAS is still uncommon, it is important that parents are on the lookout for symptoms of illnesses caused by group A streptococcus bacteria and seek medical advice so that their child can be treated appropriately and to help prevent the infection becoming serious.
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