Cases of invasive group A strep are rising across the country. Here's what you need to know
Canada is seeing a record number of cases of invasive group A strep, a bacterial infection that kills roughly one in 10 people who contract it. Here’s everything you need to know including common symptoms, treatment, and who’s most at risk.
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Canada is seeing a record number of cases of invasive group A strep, a bacterial infection that kills roughly one in 10 people who contract it. Here’s everything you need to know including common symptoms, treatment, and who’s most at risk.