Infection - Parent Guidance

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Parent/Carer Health Protection Information

The following actions will help to reduce the spread of respiratory infections, such as Coronavirus and flu, which can spread easily and may cause serious illness in some people.

  1. Get vaccinated
  2. Let fresh air in
  3. Remember the basics of good hygiene

Public health guidance for those who are experiencing symptoms of a respiratory illness advises that people should do the following to minimise risk of transmission:

  • adults with the symptoms of a respiratory infection, and who have a high temperature or feel unwell, should try to stay at home and avoid contact with other people until they feel well enough to resume normal activities and they no longer have a high temperature
  • children who are unwell and have a high temperature should stay at home and avoid contact with other people. They can go back to school, or childcare when they no longer have a high temperature, and they are well enough to attend