NHS Service and support for Parents
Measles
Measles is an infection that spreads very easily and can cause serious problems in some people. Having the MMR vaccine is the best way to prevent it.
Check if you or your child has measles.
Measles usually starts with cold-like symptoms, followed by a rash a few days later. Some people may also get small spots in their mouth.
Strep A (Scarlet fever) infection information for patients
Please contact the surgery if your child:-
- Does not get better in a week (after seeing a GP)
- Have scarlet fever and chickenpox at the same time
- Are ill again, weeks after scarlet fever got better this can be a sign of a complication, such as rheumatic fever
- Are feeling unwell and have been in contact with someone who has scarlet fever. Scarlet fever is very easily spread.
- Check with a GP before you go in. They may suggest a phone consultation.
Please view the YouTube video below for more information regarding strep A infection: www.youtube.com/watch?v=_x8AzCinXtM
NHS.uk advice: www.nhs.uk/conditions/scarlet-fever
Gov.uk update: UKHSA update on scarlet fever and invasive Group A strep – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)