The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has urged people to be vigilant when it comes to spotting the signs of a contagious ...

UKHSA said: "Scarlet fever mostly affects young children. While it's usually a mild illness, it can become serious if left ...

It usually begins with a sore throat and fever before a red, sandpaper-like rash appears. The first signs of scarlet fever ...

The warning comes with an image that outlines symptoms such as a bumpy rash, a high temperature, sore throat, a 'strawberry' tongue, and swollen glands. The NHS website also adds: “Scarlet fever is a ...

Initial symptoms resemble those of the flu, such as a high fever, swollen neck glands, and a painful throat. A rash typically ...

Guidance on the NHS website further states: "Scarlet fever is a contagious infection that mostly affects young children. It's easily treated with antibiotics." The first signs of scarlet fever can ...