Published on 07 December 2022
Strep A: Guidance for parents
Early Years Alliance has produced a guidance for parents and carers on strep A infections, including scarlet fever.
Cases of scarlet fever are on the rise across the country. Visit here for a guide on 'Strep A: what you need to know'
If your child has a:
- High temperature
- Sore throat and swollen neck glands
- Headache
- Rash that makes their skin feel rough like sandpaper (normally appears between 12-48 hours before after the initial onset of symptoms )
Contact NHS on your GP as soon as possible
