We appreciate that having an unwell child can be very worrying for parents, so we have prepared a list of the most useful leaflets and fact sheets on common illnesses in children.
The following information booklet has been designed by Havering CCG to support parents of children under 5 years old.
Childhood_Leaflet_Final.pdf
1. Remember, the practice is always happy to see children even if you just need some reassurance. Below is an information leaflet which signposts you to the most appropriate NHS services depending on the nature of your child's illness
Information_for_parents_with_young_children.pdf
2. Managing Fever in Children
High temperature (fever) in children - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
3. Managing Coughs and Colds in Children
Cough and Cold: Causes and Treatment | Patient
4. Managing Ear Infections in Children
Ear infections - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
5. Managing Diarrhoea & Vomiting in Children (Gastroenteritis)
Child Gastroenteritis | Treatment and Causes | Patient
For information about the glass test for a Meningitis rash please see the website below
https://www.meningitisnow.org/meningitis-explained/signs-and-symptoms/glass-test/