Current infections and paediatric advice
Seasonal infections, symptoms parents should watch for and brief guidance on when to contact a paediatrician.
Increase in respiratory infections
What to watch for with a cough, fever or cold, and when an examination is needed.
Scarlet fever in nurseries
Recognising a rash, fever and sore throat in children attending childcare or school.
RSV and bronchiolitis
Brief guidance for parents of infants and young children during the RSV season.
Viral stomach infections
How to monitor fluid intake, general condition and signs of dehydration in children.
Paediatric advice for parents and children
Practical advice for everyday situations, care at home and deciding when to seek professional help.
Paediatric Information Centre
Information for parents about immunisation, childcare and school settings, enrolment and important preventive examinations.
Updates on routine and optional immunisation programmes
Why it is important to follow the immunisation schedule and attend scheduled appointments.
Recommendations for enrolling children in the first year of primary school
The examination and documents needed before starting school.
Recommendations for enrolling children in preschool
Preparing your child for nursery and group childcare.
Lectures and continuing education
Educational articles, recommendations for childcare and school settings, and topics prepared by the service for parents, nursery staff and professional colleagues.
Continuing medical education and counselling
How the service plans educational activities for parents and childcare and school settings.
Recommendations for childcare and school settings
Guidance for nurseries, schools and other settings attended by children.
Heatwaves and protecting children
Preventive measures during hot weather.