Self care is about looking after yourself in a healthy way​

When to immunise
Diseases protected against
Vaccine given
Site**
Girls aged 12 to 13 years old
Cervical cancer caused by human papillomavirus types 16 and 18 (and genital warts caused by types 6 and 11)
HPV (two doses 6-12 months)
Upper arm
14 years old (school year 9)
Tetanus, diphtheria and polio

Meningococcal groups A, C, W and Y disease
Td/IPV (Revaxis), and check MMR status

MenACWY
Upper arm

Upper arm

Please note

** Where two or more injections are required at once, these should ideally be given in different limbs. Where this is not possible, injections in the same limb should be given 2.5cm apart.

The Meningitis C vaccination will be introduced during the 2013/14 academic year and the vaccine supplied will depend on the brands available at the time of ordering

When Should I Worry?

Having an ill child can be a very scary experience for parents. If you understand more about the illness it can help you to feel more in control. This booklet is for parents (and older children) and deals with common infections in children who are normally healthy.

Download the booklet

There is a good guide on the NHS website which describes various conditions affecting children. There is advice on how to diagnose them, how to treat them and if further advice should be consulted.

NHS childhood illness slideshow

Improved Access

We are working together with other local practices to offer patients access to more appointments in the early mornings, evenings and at weekends. To find out more about these services, please contact the practice.

Fevers

Most symptoms of a fever in young children can be managed at home with infant paracetamol. If the fever is very high, they may have an infection that needs treating with antibiotics.

Nosebleeds

Nosebleeds (also known as epistaxis) are fairly common, especially in children, and can generally be easily treated.

NHS Conditions and Treatments

See the NHS Conditions and Treatments browser for an in-depth description of many common health issues.

These links all come from trusted resources but if you are unsure about these or any other medical matters please contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

COVID-19 Updates & Information

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Symptoms

Find out about the main symptoms of coronavirus and what to do if you or your child has them.

Testing

Get a test to check if you have COVID-19, find out what testing involves and understand your test result.

Vaccination

Get your COVID-19 vaccination, read about the vaccines and find out what happens when you have your vaccine.

NHS COVID Pass

Find out how to get your COVID Pass to attend trial events in England or to travel abroad.

Self-isolation and treating symptoms

Advice about staying at home (self-isolation) and treatment for you and anyone you live with.

People at high risk

Advice for people at higher risk from COVID-19, including older people, people with health conditions and pregnant women.

Long-term effects (long COVID)

Find out about the long-term effects coronavirus can sometimes have and what help is available.

Social distancing

Advice about avoiding close contact with other people (social distancing), looking after your wellbeing and using the NHS and other services.

Using the NHS and other health services

Find out about changes to using health services, such as GPs and hospitals, because of COVID-19.

Take part in research

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