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Guidance on Infection Control in Schools
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The document available to download below, provides guidance for schools and other childcare settings, such as nurseries, on infection control issues.
This guidance provides advice on:
- preventing the spread of infections
- which diseases to vaccinate for
- how long to keep children away from school
- infections such as athlete’s foot, flu, German measles, head lice, impetigo, conjunctivitis, TB
To view the entire document, please click here.
Prevent the spread of infections by ensuring:
- routine immunisation
- high standards of personal hygiene and practice, particularly handwashing
- maintaining a clean environment
For further information and advice visit www.gov.uk/phe or contact your local health PHE centre. See Appendix 1 in the document link for contact details.