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It comes after adults were advised to "wear a face covering" when out in public if feeling unwell

Health officials have advised those feeling unwell to put on a face covering if they have to leave their home.

Parents are being told to keep youngsters away from school and nursery if they are unwell

Health experts have also advised parents to keep their child off school if they have a fever as high numbers of scarlet fever continue to be reported

"Adults should also try to stay home when unwell and if you do have to go out, wear a face covering"

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued fresh advice about what to do if you fall ill this winter as hospitalisations soar.

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Today the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) issued fresh advice as hospitals battle soaring rates of Covid, flu and Strep A, amid warnings hundreds are dying unnecessarily every day due to overcrowding and lack of resources

The advice includes simple steps that can minimise the spread of illness in education and childcare settings as well as the wider community.

Parents are being advised to take “simple” steps to keep their children safe as they return to school with flu, coronavirus and scarlet fever circulating.