Dear families of Our Lady's
You may be aware from recent news reports that there is a rise in Strep A. Whilst Strep A can be very mild in children and adults or even be present without symptoms there are strains of the infection that can be serious so we are all asked to be aware. If you or your child has symptoms sore throat/ swollen tonsils then if this becomes more severe then it is advised to seek advise.
Please find below the guidance shared by the school nurse team.
BLACKPOOL TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Cases of Strep A are on the rise, as a result, we are sending this awareness letter.
Strep A is a bacterial infection of the throat and is common in school aged children and teens.
If not treated with appropriate medication the infection can have serious complications.
Symptoms of Strep A are severe sore throat, fever, headache, swollen tonsils, swollen glands in the neck and stomach ache.
Strep A is highly contagious, if you are showing any signs, please keep them off school and contact your GP. We would like to stop any spread of this as quickly as possible.
Please refer to
UKHSA update on scarlet fever and invasive Group A strep - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
