The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has urged people to be vigilant when it comes to spotting the signs of a contagious illness, which "can become serious if left untreated" ...

UKHSA said: "Scarlet fever mostly affects young children. While it's usually a mild illness, it can become serious if left ...

UKHSA said: "Scarlet fever mostly affects young children. While it's usually a mild illness, it can become serious if left ...

The warning comes with an image that outlines symptoms such as a bumpy rash, a high temperature, sore throat, a 'strawberry' tongue, and swollen glands. The NHS website also adds: “Scarlet fever is a ...

Initial symptoms resemble those of the flu, such as a high fever, swollen neck glands, and a painful throat. A rash typically ...

UKHSA said: "Scarlet fever mostly affects ... and a sore throat. The rash then tends to appear 12 to 48 hours later, with small, raised bumps that make your skin feel like sandpaper, Surrey ...

UKHSA said: "Scarlet fever mostly affects ... and a sore throat. The rash then tends to appear 12 to 48 hours later, with small, raised bumps that make your skin feel like sandpaper.