Written question asked by Robert Halfon (Conservative) on Friday, 15 October 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 19 October 2021. It was answered by Maria Caulfield (Conservative) on Tuesday, 2 November 2021 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.
Oak Processionary Moth: Health Hazards
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that primary care health practitioners are aware of the (a) symptoms of and (b) treatment for touching oak processionary moth caterpillars and nests in areas experiencing infestations.
- Answer
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Local health protection teams provide proactive advice and warnings for oak processionary moths and have promoted awareness among health professionals in areas with known infestations. People who come into contact with the caterpillars are directed to see a pharmacist for relief from milder skin or eye irritations following possible contact or consult a general practitioner or NHS 111 for more serious reactions.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 56981
- Session
- 2021-22
- Subjects
- Health hazards Primary care Oak processionary moth
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- 2021-11-02 15:03:19 +0000
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