Fever

Did you know that fever actually helps your child's body fight off infection? A fever by itself does not indicate whether or not your child is seriously sick. Read more about fever.

Sick young boy lying in bed with a thermometer in his mouth and his mother's hand on his forehead

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Doctor and child in doctor's consulting room

Your Child's Doctor & Practice Nurse

In the early years you and your child will need lots of help and advice about sickness and keeping healthy. It is very helpful to have a family doctor and practice nurse who get to know you and your child well.

A hand holding a thermometer in front of a little child in bed

Temperatures & Thermometers

The most common reason for a child to have a raised temperature is because they are fighting off an infection.

Father with his back to camera holding his crying unwell young child

Is My Child Sick?

Colds and fever are a normal part of childhood. Sometimes families worry about missing a more serious illness. Knowing your child and seeing a change in their behaviour could be the most important clue to how sick they are.