• Bacterial infection that affects the skin on the face and legs
• Symptoms may include bright red rash, fever and chills
• Caused by bacteria entering through a break in the skin such as a cut, scrape or insect bite
• Cannot be spread from person to person
• Affects males and females
• Can occur at any age but more common in adults
• May be mild to severe depending on degree of infection
• May become life threatening in infants, elderly or those with a weakened immune system

FOR FEVER

• Apply cool cloth to forehead or armpits
• Drink plenty of fluids (especially water)
• Avoid alcohol, tea and coffee as these drinks can cause slight dehydration
• Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
  • Acetaminophen
  • Ibuprofen
  • Aspirin (Do not give to children or adolescents)

FOR PAIN

• Apply hot or cold packs to the area
• Relaxation techniques
• Distraction
• Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
  • Acetaminophen
  • Ibuprofen