Headaches in children are common. Most of the time they are mild and only happen from time to time.
If your child has any of the following:
Go to the nearest Hospital Emergency (A&E) Department or phone 999
If your child has any of the following:
Please ring your GP surgery or call NHS 111 - dial 111
If none of the above features are present.
Continue providing your child’s care at home. If you are still concerned about your child, call NHS 111 – dial 111
Information to help the health professional - substance:
Information to help the health professional – your child:
What to do after seeking advice or being discharged from the hospital:
Health visitors are nurses or midwives who are passionate about promoting healthy lifestyles and preventing illness through the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme. They work with you through your pregnancy up until your child is ready to start school.
Health Visitors can also make referrals for you to other health professionals for example hearing or vision concerns or to the Community Paediatricians or to the child and adolescent mental health services.
Contact them by phoning your Health Visitor Team or local Children’s Centre.
Health visitors also provide advice, support and guidance in caring for your child, including:
For more information watch the video: What does a health visitor do?