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Know the basics
Being prepared and knowing the signs Parents are usually good at noticing when something is wrong. However, it is normal to worry that you won't recognise the signs that your baby is unwell. Trust your instincts, you know your baby best. Learn how to spot…A guide to services
We have a wide range of healthcare and children and family services. See which service or professional is best to help you.A healthy lifestyle
It's never too early What happens to children before they are born and in their early years can affect their health and life opportunities later on. For example, babies that are breastfed have less chance of getting infections or of becoming obese and therefore…Strep A & Scarlet Fever
Download Strap A and Scarlet fever leafletPolio Virus
Polio is a serious infection that's now very rare because of the vaccination programme. It's only found in a few countries and the chance of getting it in the UK is extremely low. Polio can lead to paralysis and in some cases, even death. There…Asthma
Asthma has many causes and is a common long-term condition that can be well controlled in most children. The severity of asthma symptoms varies between children, from very mild to more severe. Asthma is more than just wheezing. Other symptoms can be coughing, difficulty breathing…Chickenpox & measles
Chickenpox Chickenpox is a mild and common childhood illness. It causes a rash of red, itchy spots that turn into fluid-filled blisters, which then crust over to form scabs, which eventually drop off. Some children have only a few spots, while others can have spots…Meningitis & sepsis
Not common but serious Babies and toddlers are most vulnerable as they cannot easily fight infection because their immune system is not yet fully developed. They can’t tell you how they are feeling and can get a lot worse very quickly. Keep checking them. Meningitis is…
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