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A guide to keeping kids healthy this school year for parents and carers

Posted by: Blog Editor, Posted on: 28 August 2026 - Categories: Children and Young people
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As children head back to school and we move closer to winter, now is a good time to familiarise ourselves with some of the common illnesses that can cause disruption to children’s time in school during the colder months.

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