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Croup (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Croup is a common breathing problem in young children. It is usually caused by the viruses that cause the common cold. (English) Colour

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Bronchiolitis [English] Permalink Public

Bronchiolitis (sounds like bron-kee-oh-lie-tis) is an infection of the bronchioles. Bronchioles (sounds like bron-kee-ohls) are tiny branches of breathing tubes in the lungs. This is a common infection in young children (up to 2 years of age). Some children can get so sick that they are admitted to the hospital because of trouble breathing. (English) Colour

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Pediatric Asthma Clinic (Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre) [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet provides contact information and outlines the services offered by the clinic at Abbotsford Hospital. These services include education on areas such as recognizing signs and symptoms of asthma, and how to correctly take one's medications. (English) Colour

Prevent Choking in Babies and Young Children: For Child Care Providers [English] Permalink Public

HealthLinkBC Health File information about preventing choking in babies and young children including choking symptoms and safety tips. Number 110b. (English)

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RSV - How to Protect Your Infant from Infection (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This is a one page handout to provide parents of infants in the NICU in order to educated them on what RSV is and how to protect their infant from an RSV infection. (English) Colour

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Allergies (Child) [English] Permalink Public

Allergies occur when you come in contact with something your body is sensitive to. Allergic reactions can be caused by food, drugs, infections, insect bites, animals, things you breathe and skin contact with irritants such as cosmetics or soaps. Audio available. (English)

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Hives in Children [English] Permalink Public

Hives are raised, itchy, red bumps (swellings) on the skin. They can be of different sizes and can appear anywhere on your child’s body. This factsheet provides an overview on hives including symptoms, causes, and when to seek medical assistance. Audio available. (English)

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Anaphylaxis (Child) [English] Permalink Public

This factsheet provides an overview about anaphylaxis including signs, symptoms, causes, complications, treatment, when to seek medical assistance, and prevention. Audio available. (English)

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Babies: How Can You Tell if Your Baby is Ill? [English] Permalink Public

A change in behaviour is often a sign of illness in babies. If your baby is ill, he may cry more or have a change in activity level. Audio available. (English)

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Breath-Holding Spells (Child) [English] Permalink Public

A breath-holding spell​ happens when a child holds their breath for a short time, from a few seconds to a couple of minutes. The spells can occur often in a single day or only now and then. Audio available. (English)

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