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Group A streptococcus (GAS), also known as strep A is acommon bacteria which causes infections such as tonsillitisand scarlet fever. These symptoms are usually mild and rarelybecome serious. Strep A can however cause a rare, and more serious infectionknown as invasive Group A strep (iGAS). This happens whenGAS bacteria get into parts of the bodyContinue reading “Strep A – What you need to know”

We are aware there are rising concerns in the community about Group A streptococcus (Strep A) and Scarlet Fever. The below links were posted on Public Health Scotland’s Twitter feed:  Public Health Scotland website:  https://www.publichealthscotland.scot/news/2022/december/group-a-strep-in-scotland/ You can also find out more information about Scarlet Fever on NHS Inform here:  https://www.nhsinform.scot/…/infections…/scarlet-fever/

The cost of living is increasing rapidly and prices are rising at rates not seen since the 1970s, this includes energy bills, food, fuel and more. There is lots of information online about what financial support people are entitled to and how to apply at http://www.eastlothian.gov.uk/boost. East Lothian Council have also produced a guide toContinue reading “Boost Your Income”