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Doctors share important advice for parents as resurgence of measles continues across England
Measles is a highly contagious infection which can cause serious health complications and it is currently on the rise again in the UK
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Doctors answer your frequently asked questions about shingles in children, from is shingles contagious to how long does it last
We spoke to three doctors for advice on what to do if your child gets shingles, and they answered some of the most common questions about shingles in children
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Doctors explain what to do if your child or newborn catches roseola
Advice on roseola for parents, direct from doctors
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Doctors share what to do if your child gets tonsillitis and how to soothe symptoms at home
So your child has tonsillitis, what now? Advice direct from doctors on what to do, how to soothe symptoms and the best food to give your toddler or child if they're struggling to eat
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What to do if your child has hand, foot and mouth disease and GP advice on precautions to take while pregnant
Advice direct from doctors on what to do if your child catches hand, food and mouth disease, how to soothe symptoms and when your child can return to school or daycare after the illness
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So your child has impetigo, what now? Advice on what to do, how to soothe symptoms and when your child can return to school or nursery
Impetigo usually clears up on its own after a few weeks, but because of the contagious nature of the infection, it is recommended you visit your GP. Here’s what else doctors want you to know if your child has impetigo…
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So your child has chickenpox, what now? Advice on what to do, how to soothe symptoms and when your kid can return to school or daycare
Three GPs give their advice on what to do if your child gets chickenpox and share important precautions for people who are pregnant
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What to do if your child has scarlet fever - how to soothe symptoms and when your child can return to school or daycare
Advice on scarlet fever from doctors, for parents
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What GPs want you to know about slapped cheek syndrome and the extra precautions to take in pregnancy
Slapped cheek syndrome is a common and usually very mild illness in children, but you should be aware of the risks if you are pregnant
