Child health

We provide care and advice for babies, children and young people.

Many childhood illnesses are mild and get better on their own, but we are here to help if you are concerned.

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When to get help

If your child is unwell:

• Call 999 or go to A&E for life-threatening emergencies
• Call NHS 111 for urgent medical advice
• Contact the practice for concerns that are not urgent

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Common childhood conditions

Many common conditions such as coughs, colds, rashes and mild fevers can be managed at home or with advice from a pharmacist.

If you are unsure, NHS 111 can help you decide what to do.

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Check you child’s symptoms

You can use trusted NHS advice to check your child’s symptoms and decide what to do.

• Healthier Together – guidance on common childhood illnesses and when to seek help
• NHS 111 online – urgent medical advice

• Rashes in babies and children

  Useful guidance to help identify common rashes and when to seek help.
  
  Website
  NHS: Rashes in babies and children

• NHS vaccinations and when to have them

  Check when your child should have their routine vaccinations.
  
  Website
  NHS vaccinations and when to have them

• Derbyshire Healthcare

  Local children and young people’s services providing support for physical and mental health.
  
  Website
  www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk

• Start for Life

  Trusted NHS advice for pregnancy, babies and early years.
  
  Website
  Start for Life

• Health visiting and early years support

  Support for families with babies and young children, including feeding, development and wellbeing advice.
  Website
  Health Visiting Team