22/10/2026
Bad sickness in Injinoo - Acute post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis (APSGN) Outbreak
There have been 4 APSGN cases in Injinoo over the last two weeks. Acute post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis (APSGN) affects the kidneys following skin or throat infections from Group A Strep bacteria.
To protect the community and help look for further cases, NPAFACS and Queensland Health will be working in partnership to screen children in Injinoo between 12 months and up to 16 years of age.
Teams will be screening at the school, clinic and home visits commencing Monday 19th October to Friday 23rd October. Screening includes a visual skin check for sores, scabies or other skin conditions, asking about sore throats, checking for puffy face, hands or feet and asking about dark coloured urine.
Any children identified with symptoms or requiring treatment will be referred to NPAFACS GP clinic in Injinoo.
