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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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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Conditio...

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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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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Conditio...

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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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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Conditio...

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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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Developm...

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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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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Conditio...

Asthma (Child) - Multi-Record Landing Page [English] Permalink Public

Landing page for: an overview of asthma, asthma triggers, asthma warning signs, making a diagnosis of asthma, asthma action plan, asthma medicines and inhalers, using a metered-dose inhaler (MDI) with a spacer, using a nebulizer and compressor, using a peak flow meter to monitor asthma, asthma and exercise, asthma diary, and asthma in school. (English)

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https://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/asthmahub

Post-Operative and Post-Anaesthetic Care: Caring for Your Child At Home [English] Permalink Public

This information explains how to care for your child after a general anaesthetic. A general anaesthetic is a special medicine which kept your child asleep during an operation or procedure. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/TestsAnd...

What is pneumonia? (Child) [English] Permalink Public

Pneumonia is an infection in the lungs. It may also be called lower respiratory tract infection because it occurs deep in the lungs. Most cases of pneumonia are caused by viruses. A smaller number of pneumonia cases are caused by bacteria. Often, pneumonia follows a cold. Audio available. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Conditio...

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Croup (Child) [English] Permalink Public

Learn about the symptoms and treatment of croup. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Conditio...

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Influenza (Flu): An Overview (Child) [English] Permalink Public

This factsheet provides an overview about influenza including symptoms, treatment, and prevention. Audio available. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Conditio...