Slapped cheek syndrome - Prevention 

Preventing slapped cheek syndrome 

At present there is no vaccination available to prevent slapped cheek syndrome. People who have already been infected with parvovirus B19 in the past are immune to another infection.

To prevent the spread of slapped cheek syndrome try to make sure that everyone in your household washes their hands frequently in order to reduce the chances of the infection spreading.

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Glossary

Immune
The immune system is the body's defence system, which helps protect it from disease, bacteria and viruses.
Vaccination
Vaccination or immunisation is usually given by an injection that makes the body's immune system produce antibodies that will fight off a virus.

Last reviewed: 09/11/2011

Next review due: 09/11/2013