Question
My daughter came home from kindergarten with a rash on her hands and a fever. Could she have been infected with hand, foot, and mouth disease?
Answer
Spring is the peak season for viruses, not just hand, foot, and mouth disease but also other illnesses such as the flu, measles, and mumps begin to spread. Maintaining personal hygiene, frequent hand washing, disinfection, ventilation, and exercise are effective ways to stay away from viruses. The methods for preventing infection are similar for both adults and children.