HFMD is a common infectious disease that mainly affects children under 5 years old, though adults and youth can also be vulnerable. It is commonly caused by enteroviruses, including Coxsackie Virus A16 and Enterovirus-71. Symptoms include rashes and blisters on the hands, feet, buttocks and mouth, as well as fever, sore throat and lack of energy. The disease spreads through direct contact with blister fluid or contaminated surfaces, as well as coughing, sneezing or contact with feces. Good hygiene practices like hand washing and disinfecting surfaces can help prevent the spread of HFMD.

1. What is HFMD?
HFMD is a common infectious disease
that mainly affects children below
5 years old, however adults and
youths are vulnerable too
What causes HFMD?
Commonly caused by Enterovirus group
Cover your mouth
and nose when
cough or sneeze
Practise good
hand washing
habits
Dry your
hands after
washing
Sanitise your
hands regularly
Eat nutritious
and healthy
food
Clean and
sanitise common
areas and
surfaces
Avoid crowded
places
Avoid touching
your face
with unwashed
hands
Coxsackie Virus A16including
Enterovirus-71 (EV71)and
Symptoms of HFMD
Rashes with red spots and
sometimes blister on the palms,
foot, buttocks and genital areas
Painful and red,
blister-like sores
in the mouth
Lack of energy Fever and
sore throat
Vomit
38°c
From person
to person by
direct contact
(e.g. blister fluid)
Contact with
contaminated objects
and surfaces
Airborne through
coughing or sneezing
(saliva, sputum or
nasal mucus)
Contact
with faeces
How does it spread to another person?
How to Protect Yourself from HFMD
Stay at home
if you are
feeling unwell
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