Confirmed case of [hand,] foot and mouth disease closes St. Ambrose Primary

By: Nationnews Desk | Date: October 18, 2024

The Ministry of Health and Wellness has confirmed a case of [hand,] foot and mouth disease at St. Ambrose Primary, with three other students showing signs of rashes. As a precaution, the nursery and reception classes have been closed for sanitising.

Parents and guardians are advised to keep their children at home while the affected areas are cleaned and are urged to monitor their children for symptoms.

Parents should also monitor their children for any symptoms and present them immediately for medical treatment.

Source: https://nationnews.com/2024/10/18/confirmed-case-of-foot-and-mouth-disease-closes-st-ambrose-primary/?ct=t(ENation_BB_App_Nov_201311_18_2014)#

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About Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease

Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is common in children under 5 years old, but anyone can get it. HFMD is a common illness that usually causes fever, mouth sores, and skin rash. It can spread quickly at schools and day care centers. Most people get better on their own in 7 to 10 days.

For more on this disease, click on the link below for details.

https://www.cdc.gov/hand-foot-mouth/about/index.html