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B.C. experiencing higher levels of invasive group A streptococcal infections in children
December 22, 2023
British Columbia experiencing higher levels of invasive group A streptococcal (iGAS) infections.
British Columbia is experiencing higher levels of invasive group A streptococcal (iGAS) infections compared to historical averages, particularly among children. While much less common than other causes of seasonal illness in children, there have been 51 cases of iGAS in 2023 for people under the age of 20, over twice as many as expected. In comparison, there were 20 cases in this age group in 2022...
B.C. experiencing higher levels of invasive group A streptococcal infections in children
December 22, 2023
British Columbia experiencing higher levels of invasive group A streptococcal (iGAS) infections.
British Columbia is experiencing higher levels of invasive group A streptococcal (iGAS) infections compared to historical averages, particularly among children. While much less common than other causes of seasonal illness in children, there have been 51 cases of iGAS in 2023 for people under the age of 20, over twice as many as expected. In comparison, there were 20 cases in this age group in 2022...