Child Health
Children, Young People and Families Services (CYFP)
A database of local services available for children, young people and families in Berkshire.
Slapped Cheek Syndrome
Slapped cheek syndrome is a viral infection that’s most common in children, It usually causes a bright red rash to develop on the cheeks.
Chicken Pox
Chickenpox is a mild and common childhood illness that most children catch at some point.
Headlice
Head lice are tiny insects that live in human hair. They’re particularly common in children.
Fever in Children
A fever is a high temperature. As a general rule, in children, a temperature of over 37.5C (99.5F) is a fever.
Hand Foot and Mouth Disease
Hand, foot and mouth disease is a viral infection that can affect young children.
Further information
From warts and measles to chickenpox and tonsillitis, find out how to recognise some of the most common childhood conditions