Blisters

A blister is a painful sore where fluid forms between top layers of skin. Learn more on how to treat blisters and when to see a doctor.

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Shingles — infographic

Shingles is a viral infection that causes a painful blistering rash. This infographic provides you with information on the symptoms, treatments and vaccination.

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Impetigo

Impetigo, or school sores, is a highly contagious skin infection that causes sores and blisters. It's very common and mainly affects children.

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Cold sores

Cold sores are blister-like spots that appear in or around the mouth. Find out about prevention, common triggers, treatment and self-care options.

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Mouth sores and ulcers (canker sores)

An ulcer is a common type of mouth sore. It can make everyday tasks like brushing your teeth, talking, eating and drinking feel uncomfortable.

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Genital herpes

Genital herpes spreads by skin-to-skin contact, like kissing or foreplay. Learn how to prevent the spread of the virus and what to do if you catch it.

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Hand, foot and mouth disease

Hand, foot and mouth disease is a common viral illness mainly affecting children under 10 years old but sometimes affecting older children and adults.

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Chickenpox (varicella)

Chickenpox is a mild childhood illness, that can also occur in adults. It is occasionally serious. Here's how you can prevent catching chickenpox.

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Shingles

Shingles is a painful rash caused by the chickenpox virus. Here's how to recognise the symptoms, prevent shingles and get the best treatment for you.

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Frostbite

Frostbite develops when your skin freezes after exposure to very low temperatures. See how to reduce the risk of frostbite if you prepare properly.

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Smallpox

Smallpox is a highly infectious disease, eradicated worldwide by successful vaccination. Read about prevention and its relationship to mpox.

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Staph skin infection

Learn more about staph skin infections including cellulitis and impetigo. Find out how to prevent them, how they’re treated, and when to get help.

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Heat rash

Heat rash is also called sweat rash and prickly heat. Heat rash is itchy, with small red spots. Learn more about how to treat heat rash.

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Burns and scalds

Burns and scalds cause damage to skin usually from exposure to heat. Read more about the symptoms, treatment, and pain management options.

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Dermatitis

Dermatitis is a common skin condition. Learn more about the different types of dermatitis, their symptoms and treatment here.

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Sunburn and sun protection

All people are at risk of sunburn. Young children can be seriously burnt in less than 15 minutes. Learn about sun protection and treating sunburn.

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Rashes

Rashes can be red, pink, purple, flat or bumpy, itchy, scaley or pus filled. Read on to learn about the causes and management of various rashes.

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Chemical burns – first aid and treatment

Many chemicals can cause serious burns, which should be treated as a medical emergency. Learn how to perform first aid for chemical burns.

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Nappy rash

Most babies will get nappy rash at some point in their first 18 months. Find out more, including how to recognise, treat and prevent nappy rash.

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Mpox (Monkeypox)

Monkeypox (mpox) is a rare infectious disease related to smallpox. While symptoms are usually mild, it can be serious and need medical attention.

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School exclusion periods

If your child has an infectious illness, you may need to keep them home to stop it spreading at daycare or school. Learn about school exclusion periods here.

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Insect bites and stings

Explore treatment and prevention methods for insect bites and stings. Learn about symptoms, first aid and severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).

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Contact dermatitis

Contact dermatitis is skin inflammation from contact with allergens or irritants, causing redness and itching. Learn symptoms, causes, and treatments.

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Breast cysts

Breast cysts are benign bubbles of fluid in the breast. It's important to know what to look for if you suspect a lump is not benign.

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Enterovirus in children

Enteroviruses cause a range of illnesses which are usually mild. You can help prevent the spread of enterovirus infection by practising good hygiene.

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Pressure ulcers (bed sores)

Pressure ulcers (bed sores) develop when your skin is damaged due to constant pressure or friction. Find out how you can help prevent pressure ulcers.

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Itchy skin

Itchy skin, or pruritis, is a common irritation. It can be very frustrating. Understand different types of itchy skin and how to ease your discomfort.

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Cellulitis

Cellulitis is an infection of your skin and the tissues directly beneath it. It often affects your lower leg, but can occur on any part of your body.

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Porphyria

Porphyria is caused by problems with red blood cells. It has a wide range of symptoms making it hard to diagnose. Learn how it's managed and treated.

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Skin cancer and melanoma

Skin cancer and melanoma occurs when skin cells grow abnormally, usually from too much exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun.

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