If you have any concerns about your child's health or wellbeing, you should seek the appropriate medical advice - care is available in our Emergency Departments.
If you're unsure about what to do, there is advice on common childhood illnesses at the link below:
Healthier Together Oxfordshire
You can also use NHS 111 online.
Resources
We understand that children can be worried about COVID-19, and not fully understand what it means for them and their families. Below are some resources you may find useful.
For children
Videos on YouTube
- Coronavirus explained for children
Belfast Health and Social Care Trust - How to Deal with Stress about COVID-19 – A Guide for Children and Young People
Dr Ellie Atkins, Clinical Health Psychologist at St George's (a version for adults is also available) - Time To Come In, Bear
V ideo for children about social distancing
Books / e-books
- Dave the Dog is worried about coronavirus
Nurse Dotty - Coronavirus - a book for children
Professor Graham Medley - Dr Dog
E-book explaining COVID-19
Other resources
BBC Newsround
- Coronavirus
- Dr Chris and Dr Xand from 'Operation Ouch' answer your COVID-19 questions and talk about self-isolation
For parents/carers
What parents need to know about COVID-19
Healthier Together / Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health
Emerging Minds
Mental health
Oxfordshire Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
24/7 helpline
Children and young people: 01865 904998
Adults: 01865 9041997
