Childhood illnesses
Many childhood diseases spread easily between family members and at schools. Read on to learn more about causes, symptoms, treatments and when to see a doctor.
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Symptoms of serious illness in babies and children
If your child has a serious illness, it’s important to get medical attention quickly. Learn how to recognise the symptoms and what to do.
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Children's medicines
Children don't always need medicine to get over an illness, but if you do need to give medicine, here are some useful tips.
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Looking after a sick child
Find out how to best care for your child, make things easier for yourself and deal with minor accidents, plus where to go for expert help.
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Chickenpox (varicella)
Chickenpox is a mild and common childhood illness, but can also occur in adults. Here’s how to help ease symptoms and discomfort.
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Hand, foot and mouth disease
Hand, foot and mouth disease is a common viral illness that mainly affects children under 5 years old, but can sometimes affect older children and adults.
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Whooping cough
Whooping cough is a contagious bacterial infection and is most serious in babies. Here’s how to spot the symptoms and protect infants.
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Mumps
Mumps is a contagious viral infection, most common in children between 5 and 15 years. These days it’s rare thanks to effective immunisation.
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School exclusion periods
If your child has an infectious illness, you may need to keep them home to stop it spreading at day-care or school. Learn about school exclusion periods here.
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What causes chickenpox?
Chickenpox is a mild and common childhood illness, but can also occur in adults. Here’s information on causes of chickenpox.
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