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20 May 2013

Hand Foot and Mouth Disease in Children

Hand foot and mouth disease seems to be doing the rounds at the moment.

Hand, foot and mouth disease is usually caused by a viral infection. It can occur at any age, but is common in children under 10 years old. 

Learn more about Hand Foot and Mouth disease over at the Under 5s website, including:
  • What is hand, foot and mouth disease?
  • What are the symptoms of hand, foot and mouth disease?
  • How is hand, foot and mouth disease spread?
  • How is hand, foot and mouth disease treated?
  • How can you prevent spreading hand, foot and mouth disease?

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