Positive in streptococcal infection (A B-Hemolytic Streptococcus-GAS) students were found in schools in Serres, with the municipality informing that it was on alert, as reported by voria.gr.

These are students in schools:

  • 4th – 17th Elementary School of Serres.
  • 8th – 25th Elementary School of Serres.

As stated in a relevant announcement, in cooperation with the National Organization of Public Health (ESO) and the Serres Primary Education Directorate, it is decided to temporarily suspend the functioning of the above schools for Monday, May 26, 2025, in order to carry out preventive disinfection and to ensure health care.

Protocols and recommendations

“The Municipality of Serres, from the first moment, is in constant communication with:

  • the principals of schools where the outbreaks were identified,
  • the Director of Primary Education of Serres,
  • The Head of Health Directorate PE Serres and the Department of Public Health of the Regional Unity, with the aim of coordinated and effectively manage the situation and preventing further dispersion.

The Municipality, with full respect for the health of the student and educational community, faithfully applies the instructions of the EDY. Recall the special importance:

  • Early recognition of symptoms such as fever, sore throat, rashes or fatigue.
  • Immediate medical assessment.
  • Timely update to school addresses to take the necessary measures

Recommendations to parents and teachers

  • Keeping good individual hygiene (hand washing, mouth/nose coverage)
  • Regular ventilation
  • Meticulous cleanliness and disinfection of surfaces and frequently used objects
  • Avoiding contact with people with suspicious symptoms, “the statement said.

“We would like to reassure parents and teachers that the situation is treated with calm, responsibility and science. There is no reason to worry, as all the projected measures are applied accurately and consistency, with a view to the safe return of students to school units.

The Municipality of Serres will continue to inform immediately and responsibly of any newer development and remains in close cooperation with all competent health authorities.

With responsibility and alertness, we ensure the health of our children“, Concludes the announcement.