Child Health
Fever in Children
A fever is a high temperature. As a general rule, in children, a temperature of over 37.5C (99.5F) is a fever.
Website: www.nhs.uk/feverchildren
Hand Foot and Mouth Disease
Hand, foot and mouth disease is a viral infection that can affect young children.
Further information
From warts and measles to chickenpox and tonsillitis, find out how to recognise some of the most common childhood conditions NHS Choices – Childhood Illness
Childhood Immunisations
Immunisations start at 8 weeks old and continue until they are 3 years 4 months of age and are offered free of charge by the NHS.
We offer to immunise your child in one of our Childhood Immunisations Clinic which run on a Tuesday afternoon.
If you would like any further information regarding your child’s immunisations please contact the surgery on 0118 984 2234.
Slapped Cheek Syndrome
Slapped cheek syndrome is a viral infection that’s most common in children, It usually causes a bright red rash to develop on the cheeks.
Website: www.nhs.uk/Slapped-cheek-syndrome
Chicken Pox
Chickenpox is a mild and common childhood illness that most children catch at some point.
Website: www.nhs.uk/Chickenpox
Headlice
Head lice are tiny insects that live in human hair. They’re particularly common in children.
Website: www.nhs.uk/Head-lice