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Montserrat Ministry of Health & Social Services: Public Health Alert: Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Detected on Island. HFMD is a common viral illness in young children. It is usually mild but contagious.

Symptoms include:

• Fever

• Mouth sores (in and around the mouth)

• Rash on hands and feet

Treatment focuses on symptom relief:

• Use paracetamol or ibuprofen for fever/pain

• Keep children well-hydrated

• Offer cold, soft foods (like yogurt or smoothies)

• Avoid spicy/acidic foods

• Allow time to rest at home

If symptoms worsen or signs of dehydration appear, seek medical care immediately.

To reduce the spread:

• Keep sick children at home

• Wash hands often with soap and water

• Daycares/schools: check for symptoms before admitting children

We thank parents, educators, and healthcare workers for your cooperation. Protecting our children’s health is a shared responsibility. Please share this post to help keep our community safe.