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Rheumatic Fever
Rheumatic fever is a serious preventable disease which may cause permanent heart damage.
An untreated sore throat ('strep throat') can lead to Rheumatic Fever. By taking sore throats seriously , we can help prevent life long illness and suffering for our tamariki. For up-to-date information and advice please refer to the following links:
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Page updated 15 Feb 2012
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