In a post on X, the agency informed the public that scarlet fever predominantly targets youngsters, saying: "Scarlet fever ...

Most children with scarlet fever do not experience any complications. However, while rare, complications can occur during or ...

The Government body took to social media to warn of an illness that can have serious complications if left untreated.

A spike in strep throat cases in Ashtabula County has led the Ashtabula County Health Department to spread information regarding the illness and several cases of associated scarlet fever, according to ...

The health agency says the infection is easily treated with antibiotics and is usually a mild illness. Although, they also warn that scarlet fever could become "serious" if left untreated.

But not every illness requires you to set down your gym bag. While moderate to severe ailments require a certain amount of rest and recovery, mild illnesses may improve with movement.