Strep A : Mother of baby who died after infection warns parents to look out for these signs

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The mother of a baby who died after a Strep A infection has urged parents to “trust their instincts” as the current UK outbreak claimed its ninth life. Ms Mead told The Independent that the reports of the children’s deaths have felt “close to home”, with William’s birthday and the anniversary of his death falling around this time of year. open image in gallery Ms Mead has told parents to ‘trust their instincts’ over Strep A infections “I feel my heart is just being ripped in two for these other families that are experiencing what we’re experiencing,” the 37-year-old from Cornwall said. I would say if you feel that something is not right, seek advice and seek support.” open image in gallery William died in 2014 but the current wave of child deaths have brought back painful memories for his mother She added: “If your child has a high temperature, then you treat the high temperature.