The number of patients with "flesh-eating bacteria" is increasing in Gunma Prefecture.

Breaking News "Gunma Prefecture".

By AI of "Isesaki FM".

The number of patients with "flesh-eating bacteria" is increasing in Gunma Prefecture.

The number of patients with severe hemolytic streptococcus infection, also known as "flesh-eating bacteria", has rapidly increased in the prefecture, reaching 25 in six months. The mortality rate is high, with three deaths. The main pathogen is "group A hemolytic streptococcus", which is particularly common in people in their 30s and older. The cause is believed to be the impact of COVID-19 and the increase in strong strains. The number of patients is also increasing nationwide, reaching 1,144 by the end of June.