Hand, foot and mouth disease
Hand, foot and mouth disease is a common infection which causes blisters on the inside the mouth, hands, feet and also can be on the buttocks and nappy area. It is most commonly caused by one of the human coxsackieviruses, part of a group of viruses called enteroviruses.
Information for health professionals
| Type | Resource | Author |
|---|---|---|
| Document | Hand foot and mouth disease fact sheet | NT Health |
Information for the public
| Type | Resource | Author |
|---|---|---|
| Webpage | Hand, foot and mouth disease | Northern Territory Government |
Exclusion periods for schools and daycares
There is a minimum period of exclusion from school, pre-school or childcare for children or educators with this infectious disease.
Get a copy of the time out minimum periods of exclusion.
Contact
Contact the Public Health Unit’s Centre for Disease Control.
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