Caribbean Parents' Fever Guide

Written by Dr. Anthony McPherson, MBBS (UWI graduate)

Fever in a child can be frightening, especially for parents.

This guide helps Caribbean parents understand when fever is safe to manage at home and when urgent medical care is needed.

Written using internationally accepted paediatric assessment principles and adapted for dengue-prone settings, this guide provides clear, practical advice without medical jargon.

Includes:

* Fever triage guidance

* Red flag symptoms

* Safe fever medication use

* Caribbean-specific considerations

This guide is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice.