08/10/2026
Unfortunately Scarlet Fever is doing the rounds again, here’s some information regarding the illness 😷
Scarlet fever is a contagious infection that mostly affects young children. It is caused by the Group A streptococcus bacteria.
Scarlet fever can be easily treated with antibiotics.
Check if you have scarlet fever
The first signs of scarlet fever can be flu-like symptoms such as:
high temperature (38 degrees Celsius or higher)
sore throat
swollen neck glands (a large lump on the side of your neck)
Most people with a high temperature or a sore throat have another virus and not scarlet fever.
A rash appears 12 to 48 hours later. It looks like small, raised bumps. It starts on the chest and tummy, then spreads. The rash makes your skin feel rough, like sandpaper
