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A highly contagious disease most common in tamariki that causes small itchy blisters on the skin.
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A common viral infection that narrows the upper airways. It is more common in pēpi (babies) over 6 months old and young tamariki (children) under 3.
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A common viral infection. It causes mouth ulcers, and spots on the hands and feet. It mostly affects tamariki under 10.
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Guidance for parents and caregivers on illness, anxiety and school attendance.
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This information helps school staff understand when it is okay for a child to still be at school, and when an unwell child should be at home.
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Head lice are very common. They are small insects that lay their eggs (nits) on strands of hair. Head lice can be uncomfortable but are not a risk to your health.
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A common skin infection. Impetigo mostly affects tamariki. It spreads very easily through skin to skin contact.
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Measles is a serious, highly contagious disease. It can cause brain swelling, chest infections, or death.
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A disease that spreads easily and can cause swelling in the glands around the face. For some people it can be serious and cause symptoms that last a long time.
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A virus that causes gastroenteritis. It is very infectious.
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A viral infection that causes runny poos, vomiting and fever. It most often affects pēpi and tamariki and can be serious.
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A contagious viral infection that causes a spotty rash. Rubella is usually mild — but can cause problems if you are pregnant.
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Scabies is a skin condition caused by a parasitic mite (a living thing). Scabies usually produces a very itchy rash.
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Slapped cheek is a viral infection caused by the parvovirus. It causes bright red cheeks and is most common in tamariki (children). Some adults can get slapped cheek.
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A long coughing illness that spreads easily between people. It can be very serious for pēpi, tamariki and older adults.