D&V advice issued by Public Health

Sunday, 21 July 2024 08:06

Comes after a spate of cases on the Island

Advice is being issued by Public Health after a number of cases of diarrhoea and vomiting bugs on the Island.

Last week Cronk y Berry school had to close for a day to be deep cleaned because so many staff and students fell ill.

Anyone affected should stay at home until 48 hours after symptoms have stopped and try to stay hydrated.

Those with symptoms are asked to avoid hospital unless in need of urgent medical help.

You should get help if:

• you're worried about a baby under 12 months

• your child stops breast or bottle feeding while they're ill

• a child under 5 years has signs of dehydration, such as fewer wet nappies

• you or your child (over 5 years) still have signs of dehydration after using oral rehydration sachets

• you or your child keep being sick and cannot keep fluid down

• you or your child have bloody diarrhoea or bleeding from the bottom

• you or your child have diarrhoea for more than 7 days or vomiting for more than 2 days

Public Health Isle of Man

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