Flu can be horrible for young children, and they can spread it to others who are more vulnerable, like their grandparents. That\u2019s why children aged 2 or 3 (before September 2023) are eligible for a free flu nasal spray vaccine. Keep your children safe from flu this winter and help stop the spread by getting them vaccinated.<\/p>\n
Info on flu vaccine for children<\/a><\/p>\n A common childhood winter illness is Bronchiolitis and RSV. It is more common in children under 2. Some children can become poorly with this and be admitted into hospital – there is further information on the signs of this illness and when to seek medical help here:<\/p>\n Bronchiolitis – NHS (www.nhs.uk)<\/a><\/p>\n Bronchiolitis and RSV :: Healthier Together (what0-18.nhs.uk)<\/a><\/p>\n Please see the following information on Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) from our NHS colleagues in Doncaster & Bassetlaw<\/p>\n Know the signs and symptoms of RSV – Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (dbth.nhs.uk)<\/a><\/p>\n Winter illnesses in children:<\/p>\n Colds, coughs and ear infections in children – NHS (www.nhs.uk)<\/a><\/p>\n Strep A (Group A Streptococcus (GAS) infection, is presently on the rise in the UK, particularly in children under 10. These are bacteria that can cause illnesses such as scarlet fever, tonsillitis (throat infection) and impetigo (skin infection). While most of these are usually mild illnesses that can be easily treated with antibiotics, the bacteria is highly infectious. A small proportion of children can go on to develop serious infections.<\/p>\n If you feel that your child seems seriously unwell, you should trust your own judgement and contact NHS 111 or your GP if:<\/p>\n Call 999 or go to A&E if:<\/p>\n For further information see here: How to spot the signs and symptoms of Strep A infection :: North Cumbria Integrated Care (ncic.nhs.uk)<\/a><\/p>\n Chat Health: Health for Under 5s | For healthy, happy early years<\/a><\/p>\n Healthier Together<\/a>\u00a0is a new website for parents and carers in Oxfordshire, providing information from local healthcare professionals about what might be wrong. Using an easy-to-follow traffic light system, you\u2019ll find clear information on common childhood illnesses, including what signs to look out for, when and where to seek help if required, what you should do to keep your child comfortable and how long your child\u2019s symptoms are likely to last. The website also has a translation tool, a directory of local services to support your family\u2019s health and wellbeing, as well advice on whether your child should go to nursery when they have a virus or infection. Parents can also download the Healthier Together App<\/a>,\u00a0using\u00a0a self-assessment tool, the app guides you to the most appropriate healthcare provider depending on your child\u2019s symptoms and gives the option to contact them directly from the app.<\/p>\n Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health have parent information sheets for a wide range of childhood illnesses here: Safety netting & parent info sheets :: Healthier Together (what0-18.nhs.uk)<\/a><\/p>\n Children can get coronavirus (COVID-19), but it’s usually a mild illness and most get better in a few days.<\/p>\n Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms in children – NHS (www.nhs.uk)<\/a><\/p>\n Institute of Health Visiting: Parenting through COVID<\/a><\/p>\n Wheeze-and-breathing-difficulties: Institute of Health Visiting<\/a><\/p>\n Chickenpox: Institute of Health Visiting<\/a><\/p>\n Constipation in children – NHS (www.nhs.uk)<\/a><\/p>\n Diarrhoea & vomiting: Institute of Health Visiting<\/a><\/p>\n Managing-atopic-eczema Institute of Health Visiting<\/a><\/p>\nStrep A<\/h2>\n
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General health information<\/h2>\n
COVID-19<\/span><\/h2>\n
Common childhood illnesses<\/h1>\n
Breathing difficulties (inc. wheezing)<\/span><\/h2>\n
Chicken Pox<\/span><\/h2>\n
Constipation<\/span><\/h2>\n
D & V<\/span><\/h2>\n
Eczema<\/span><\/h2>\n
Fever<\/span><\/h2>\n