
Group A streptococcus (GAS), also known as strep A is a
common bacteria which causes mild infections. These are
usually mild but on some rare occasions can become a more
serious infection known as invasive Group A Strep (iGAS).
For more information visit www.nhsinform.scot/strepA
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