Ontario hospitals and pediatric physicians are being told to 'be alert' for symptoms of invasive Group A Streptococcal Disease (iGAS) after an “increasing trend” has been identified.
Ontario hospitals and pediatric physicians are being told to “be alert” for symptoms of invasive Group A Streptococcal Disease after an “increasing trend” has been identified.
“Rates of illness are highest among those aged 0 to 4 and 65 years of age and older,” Barbara Yaffe wrote in the memo. “Others at increased risk include those with immunocompromising conditions, chickenpox, and people experiencing homelessness or who use injection drugs. The memo was sent to emergency departments, labour and delivery units, and primary care organizations.
Health-care providers are being asked to provide prompt assessment and treatments for non-invasive GAS, and to be alert for potential complications.
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