🚨 **We’ve seen an increase in Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases in our office recently.**

November 6, 2025

Here’s what parents and caregivers should know 👇

**What it is:**
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is a common viral illness that mostly affects young children but can spread to adults as well. It’s caused by coxsackievirus and spreads easily through coughing, sneezing, saliva, or contact with contaminated surfaces.

**Symptoms may include:**
• Fever
• Sore throat
• Painful mouth sores or blisters
• Rash or small blisters on hands, feet, or diaper area

**What to do:**
🩺 There’s no specific treatment — focus on comfort care. Keep your child hydrated and offer soft foods if their mouth is sore.
🧼 Wash hands frequently, clean toys and surfaces, and avoid sharing drinks or utensils.
đźš« Children should stay home until fever-free and blisters are healing to prevent spreading the virus.

If you’re unsure whether your child’s symptoms are due to HFMD or another illness, walk in or call Carter Healthcare. We’re here to help you get the right diagnosis and care.

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1. Please note that Carter Telehealth requires a 24-hour notice if you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, this includes same day appointments. This will allow us the opportunity to provide care to another patient. Failure to cancel or reschedule your appointment prior to this time will result in a $25 cancellation fee, charged to the card on file.

2. Unfortunately, a “No-Show” or missed appointment, without the proper 24-hour notification will also result in a $25 cancellation fee. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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