Severe invasive Group A Strep disease now a ‘notifiable’ disease
From 1 October 2024, invasive group A streptococcal infection (iGAS) will become a notifiable disease in New Zealand, requiring health professionals to report confirmed or suspected cases. This move aims to strengthen disease monitoring and inform better health responses, as iGAS is a severe illness often requiring hospitalisation.
Credit: Ministry of Health – Manatū Hauora (2024, August 8). Severe disease invasive Group A Strep now a ‘notifiable’ disease. https://www.health.govt.nz/news/severe-disease-invasive-group-a-strep-now-a-notifiable-disease