Author: Mrs Burns

Lyme Disease Information for Parents

Lyme disease is still on the rise in Scotland. It is caused by being bitten by an infected tick and can be serious if not treated. Campaign resources are available to help you communicate to parents and carers about the importance of checking for ticks this summer when enjoying the outdoors.
To help increase awareness of tick bites and the symptoms of Lyme disease, campaign messaging encourages the public to be more tick aware and take precautions when spending time outdoors, this includes urban green areas like parks, woodlands, beaches with long grasses and the countryside. Campaign materials highlight the preventative measures that can be taken to avoid tick bites and provide advice on what to do if bitten.

Key Messages

  • Lyme disease is on the rise in Scotland, it’s usually mild but can be serious if not treated.
  • You should take measures to prevent tick bites when spending time outdoors.
  • The quicker you find and remove ticks, the less likely you are to get ill.
  • Lyme disease is usually easier to treat the earlier it is diagnosed.
  • The most common signs of Lyme disease in its early stages include a red, circular rash on your skin and cold or flu-like symptoms such as tiredness, headaches and muscle and joint pain.
  • In some cases, Lyme disease can lead to chronic fatigue, meningitis, inflammatory arthritis, and even cardiovascular complaints.

For ideas on enjoying the outdoors with children and tickling for ticks, visit Play outdoors | Parent Club.

 

 

 

 

Measles Update

NHS Lothian has alerted all schools about an increased number of cases and outbreaks of measles in England and Europe which increases the risk of infection spreading in Scotland.  Immunisation with the MMR vaccine is the safest way to protect yourself and your family against measles, mumps and rubella.  In February, NHS Lothian will write to all parents/carers of school aged children who have not yet had two doses of the MMR vaccine.  Parents/carers are urged to book an appointment for their child to receive their MMR vaccine by calling the NHS Lothian Vaccination Helpline on 0300 790 6296.  Parents/carers can gain further information on measles, including signs and symptoms to look out for, by accessing NHS Inform https://www.nhsinform.scot/campaigns/mmr-againstmeasles

Measles Information

NHS Lothian has alerted all schools about an increased number of cases and outbreaks of measles in England and Europe which increases the risk of infection spreading in Scotland.  Immunisation with the MMR vaccine is the safest way to protect yourself and your family against measles, mumps and rubella.  In February, NHS Lothian will write to all parents/carers of school aged children who have not yet had two doses of the MMR vaccine.  Parents/carers are urged to book an appointment for their child to receive their MMR vaccine by calling the NHS Lothian Vaccination Helpline on 0300 790 6296.  Parents/carers can gain further information on measles, including signs and symptoms to look out for, by accessing NHS Inform https://www.nhsinform.scot/campaigns/mmr-againstmeasles

Communication Questionnaire

 

Dear Parent/Carer,

Our newly formed Parent Council would like your views on how you would like the School and Parent Council to communicate with you.    We will use this information to plan a Communication Strategy and set dates for sharing information. This will remain on the Blog until Sunday 17th December, when the responses will be collated and used to plan the strategy.   Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and ideas.

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