Invasive strep A: Infection symptoms Canadians should watch out for

Health care professionals across Canada are saying Invasive group A streptococcus (iGAS) could be responsible for many of the symptoms of illness many are feeling this winter. For the most part, cases of strep A are treatable — however, there can be serious risks associated with the infection, according to some experts. Infectious disease physicians say strep A can often be treated with medication, and that it is important to seek medical attention if symptoms become worse. Global’s Katherine Ward reports. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca/news/10203683/strep-a-canada-symptoms-risks/ Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Like Global News on Facebook HERE: http://bit.ly/255GMJQ Follow Global News on Twitter HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt Follow Global News on Instagram HERE: https://bit.ly/2QZaZIB #GlobalNews #Streptococcus #Health