Parents are urged to take simple steps to give their children the best start to the new school term and protect their communities following the Christmas break.
As levels of winter illnesses including flu, COVID-19 and norovirus continue to rise, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is reminding parents of 5 simple steps they can take to reduce viruses spreading in the community – helping their children make a healthy start to the year and minimising the impact of illness on attendance as schools head back and parents return to work.
Teach good hygiene habits
Encouraging good hand-washing habits is one of the most effective ways to stop the spread. Regularly wash hands in soap and warm water for 20 seconds or use hand sanitiser when convenient.
Using a tissue to catch coughs and sneezes, binning it and then washing hands will help prevent infection from spreading.
Our e-bug resources for all ages can help you to explain and discuss hygiene habits – and why they are important – to your child or teenager.
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