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1. Which country's health officials are on high alert due to close to 1,000 cases of Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS)?
Health officials in Japan are closely monitoring nearly 1,000 cases of Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS), a severe bacterial infection caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria. This infection triggers rapid and severe symptoms, including fever, and muscle aches, and can progress to organ failure and even death if untreated. The Japanese authorities have heightened preventive measures, emphasizing good hygiene practices and awareness to curb the spread of this contagious disease through respiratory droplets and direct contact.