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• March 23rd 2023
  
  Is my child too ill for school?

  It can be tricky deciding whether or not to keep your child off school, nursery or playgroup when they’re unwell. If you do keep your child at home, it’s important to phone the school or nursery on the first day. Let them know that your child won’t be in and give them the reason. If […]

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• February 18th 2023
  
  How to differentiate COVID from a cold or the flu

  Introduction With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to know how to differentiate between COVID-19, a cold, and the flu. While the symptoms of these illnesses may overlap, there are certain characteristics that can help you determine which illness you may have. Symptoms COVID-19:  The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are fever, dry cough, […]

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