28/07/2025
The summer holidays are here!☀️
The summer holidays are here! If you need advice about your child’s health or wellbeing during the holidays, visit the Healthier Together app or website.
Summer holidays can bring plenty of opportunities for fun and adventure but can also be a time where minor injuries occur, as well as heat-related illnesses and common infections. The Healthier Together website offers clear, reliable advice created by healthcare professionals to help families make the right decisions about caring for their child if they do become unwell.
Dr Tom Bertram, Local GP and Clinical Director for Primary and Local Care at NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight, said “We want children to enjoy their summer and for parents to feel reassured that there is easy to access help and advice at your fingertips. If your child is feeling unwell or has had an injury, there are a number of services available across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight where you can get help.
“If you’re unsure of where to go or what to do, the Healthier Together website is a great place to start as it helps identify what’s normal and when to seek help. The website offers guidance for common childhood illnesses, injuries and symptoms as well as advice on sun safety, mental health, and emotional wellbeing.
“It can help you decide whether you can self-care at home or if you need help, which service is best for the needs of children aged up to 18.”
Parents and carers are also encouraged to make sure children are up to date with their vaccinations, pack a family first aid kit for day trips and holidays and keep a close eye on children around water.
Download the Healthier Together app or visit the website for more information - you'll find the link in the comments.
