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The NHS is encouraging parents and carers to use the right health services for their children this half-term.

Parents can download the handy guide for five to 11-year-olds, which has useful information about health services, vaccinations, and mental health.

It also has information on medicines to keep at home and common childhood health issues, such as head lice, conjunctivitis, threadworm and strep A. 

Make sure your child is up to date with vaccinations. Children can get their flu vaccine and catch-up on other missed vaccinations at community clinics. Find more information at www.GetVaccinatedNow.co.uk

Be prepared for minor illnesses by making sure your medicine cabinet is fully stocked with the basic essentials, such as paracetamol, ibuprofen, cold remedies, indigestion treatment and antihistamine.

If you or your children are not well, get advice from your pharmacist at the first sign of feeling ill - don't wait for it to get more serious.

You can visit an urgent treatment centre if your child has a suspected broken bone or fracture, a sprain or a strain, minor cut, burn or scald. Appointments can also be booked by contacting NHS 111 by phone or online.

Visit www.StopThinkChoose.co.uk for more information on local services.