Scarlet fever, or scarlatina, is a bacterial infection that causes a distinctive bright red sandpaper-like rash.

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

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 ...

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

Scarlet fever (scarlatina) is an infectious disease, most commonly seen between the ages of 2 and 8 years. This factsheet explains its causes, prevention and treatment. It is part of a collection on ...

The agency posted the alert on X, stating: "Scarlet fever mostly affects young children. While it's usually a mild illness, it can become serious if left untreated." The government body further ...

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has warned parents to call their GP practice if they or their children have symptoms of scarlet fever. The contagious infection mostly affects young children.

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