from the Tuscan
School nurse today:
December 17, 2013
This letter is to inform you that there have been some
reported cases of Fifth Disease in our school. Fifth Disease is a common virus
seen in children during late winter and early spring. It is relatively a mild
illness that by the time you may realize it a rash appears on the cheek
(“slapped cheeks”). Children are still allowed to come to school, since they
usually don’t feel ill.
It is important to know that if you are or might be pregnant, have a blood disorder or weaken immune system please contact your health care provider for further medical advice and instructions.
Here are some brief facts about fifth disease:
•
It is spread through respiratory secretions
(such as saliva, sputum, or nasal mucus) when an infected person coughs or
sneezes.
•
The first symptoms are usually mild and
nonspecific (i.e. fever, runny nose, and headache.)
•
After several days, you may get a red rash on
your face.
•
It usually goes away in 7 to 10 days
For more information you can go to the CDC’s web page on
Fifth Disease.
Sincerely,
Ms. Thompson, RN, CSN, MEd
Tuscan School Nurse
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