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Meningitis is an infection of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord (meninges). It can affect anyone, but is most common in babies, young children, teenagers and young adults.

Paediatric chest infection (pneumonia) pathway for professionals

Molluscum contagiosum is a harmless virus that usually goes in a few months. There is no need to avoid swimming, but larger spots can be covered up with a plaster or swimsuit. Scratching the spots can make them more likely to spread. If the skin around them is dry and itchy, then apply a simple moisturiser The spots often go very red just before they disappear.