A case of slap cheek has been reported at Punchbowl Primary School.
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The school took to social media on Tuesday afternoon to confirm the case.
Also known as parvovirus B19 or fifth disease, the common viral infection usually causes a red rash on face and is most common in children aged between four and 10.
While symptoms are usually mild, slap cheek is highlight contagious before the rash appears and is easlily spread by contact, as well as coughing and sneezing.
There is no vaccine or medicine that prevents parvovirus B19 infection.
For more information visit dhhs.tas.gov.au.