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
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• 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.