The "Exclusion Criteria" one
Here are the 12 most common infectious conditions in kids and their isolation periods
Remember, childcare centres and schools all have their own infection control policies, so please follow their guidance and recommendations
For more in-depth information about these conditions, check out The Complete Collection
This collection will save you a whole lot of stress, worry and overwhelm when it comes to handling inevitable sicknesses in kids
Each fact sheet will walk you through
✔️ Signs and symptoms
✔️ What you can do at home
✔️ Practical tips for home care
✔️ When to see your Doctor
✔️ A list of suggested questions to ask your Doctor and/or healthcare team
✔️ How to decide whether to go to Emergency or call an ambulance
✔️ What treatments and procedures may be indicated in hospital
✔️ When it’s safe to go home from hospital
References and useful articles
https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/default.aspx
https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/handfootmouth.aspx
https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/molluscum-contagiosum
https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/impetigo.aspx
https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/conjunctivitis
https://www.cdc.gov/parasites/lice/head/schools.html
https://www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/fact_sheets/Chickenpox_Varicella/
https://www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/fact_sheets/Whooping_cough/
https://www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/fact_sheets/Gastroenteritis_gastro/