Children’s Health

This section provides advice from our clinicians about common childhood symptoms and illnesses.

Select a topic below to learn how to care for your child safely at home, what warning signs to look for, and when to seek help.

Caring for Your Child During a Cold

Advice on helping your child recover comfortably at home and when to seek further help.

Common causes of cough in children and what symptoms to expect.

Practical advice on fluids, comfort and temperature management.

Important warning signs that mean your child may need urgent medical care.

How to recognise worrying rashes and when urgent help is needed.

A simple guide to the glass test and what the result means.

What happens during a childhood immunisation appointment and how to prepare.