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Common Topics [HIDDEN]

  1. All
  2. Abdominal Pain
  3. Asthma
  4. Babies
  5. Child safety
  6. Complex Needs
  7. Constipation
  8. Cough/cold
  9. COVID-19
  10. Dental/Oral Health
  11. Development skills
  12. Diarrhoea and vomiting
  13. Diet
  14. Difficulty breathing
  15. Earache
  16. Eyes
  17. Head injury
  18. Fever/High Temperature
  19. Immunisations/vaccinations
  20. Jaundice (yellow baby)
  21. Mental Health (Parents/Carers)
  22. Mental Health (Young People)
  23. Milk Allergy
  24. Rashes
  25. School/nursery
  26. Seizure
  27. Skin Conditions
  28. Sore throat
  29. Measles

Cough/colds (over 1's)

Advice for professionals

Sore throat

Advice for parents/carers:
Sore throats are extremely common, and are often associated with a high temperature.

Most sore throats are caused by viral infections – if this is the case, your child is likely to also have a runny nose, cough or earache
If a number of people are unwell in the same household, this also suggests a viral infection (because viral infections are easily spread)
Viral infections tend to get better on their own and do not need treatment with antibiotics. Antibiotics may actually cause side effects such as rash and diarrhoea and can increase the risk of them developing antibiotic resistance

Bronchiolitis and RSV

Pests

Pest infestations can be a common problem in homes, causing health risks and property damage. It's important to know how to identify an infestation, take appropriate action, and understand the responsibilities of different types of tenants. This webpage provides helpful information on recognizing infestations, steps to address them, responsibilities for private and council tenants, and what to do if you own your home.