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GROUP A STREP INFO
Group A strep is a common bacteria which causes mild infections.
These infections are usually easily treated, but on rare occasions they can become more serious.
At this time of year there are lots of viruses circulating that cause children to be unwell, and it is more likely a child is ill from one of these than group A strep.
In this video, consultant paediatrician at the Victoria Hospital, Dr John Morrice, talks about what to look out for if your child is unwell, and when you may need to seek medical assistance.
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East of Scotland Diabetes Prevention campaign
Men over 40 are more at risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. Find out more about the free health improvement programmes that can help. Visit: www.nhsfife.org/walkaway We're working with NHS Fife to provide a range of free health improvement programmes to help you reduce your risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. To take your first steps, visit: www.nhsfife.org/walkaway
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FEVER IN CHILDREN
As a parent it can be extremely worrying if your child has a high temperature. However, it's very common and often clears up by itself without treatment.
· What is a child fever?
· What causes fever?
· How to treat it
· When and how to seek medical advice
. Click on the video link below for more information from Consultant Paediatrician, Dr John Morrice.
FEVER IN CHILDREN - https://youtu.be/xbM362fWat8
Lung Cancer campaign link website : https://www.getcheckedearly.org/lung-cancer
Lung cancer | Get Checked Early What to look out for. Lung cancer is the most common cancer in Scotland with around 5,000 new cases diagnosed every year. But there is some good news – more people than ever in Scotland are surviving the disease. www.getcheckedearly.org |
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