The five most common illnesses children catch at school and their symptoms

The doctor has shared his handy tips and tricks (Image: Getty) As children return to school after the summer break, it's pretty likely they will get ill - and it could spread. Dr. John Burke, who is the Chief Medical Officer and Director of Medical Policy for AXA Health, as well as a General Practitioner, notes that children are particularly prone to illnesses such as colds and flu.

He explains, "Children's immune systems are less developed than those of adults, which makes them more vulnerable to viruses upon their return to school." Dealing with illnesses like the common cold, stomach bugs, or the flu in children is always distressing. To assist, Dr.

Burke has put together a list of the most prevalent illnesses children contract upon returning to school.And he has given his advice on how to prevent and manage these illnesses at home. function loadOvpScript(){let el=document.

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