Children’s infectious diseases

Children’s infectious diseasesShort Description
English January 2002 [DOH-5980] www.health.nsw.gov.au 1 of 4 Children’s infectious diseases For more information contact your local health unit, community health centre, pharmacist or doctor Chickenpox Time from exposure to illness 2 to 3 weeks. Symptoms Slight fever, runny nose, and a rash that begins as raised pink spots that blister and scab. Can be more severe in pregnant women and newborns. Do I need to keep my child home? Yes, for 5 days after the rash first appears and until the blisters have all scabbed over. How can I help prevent spread? Immunisation is available for children at 18 months of age. It is recommended for people over 12 years who are not immune. Conjunctivitis Time from exposure to illness 1-3 days. Symptoms The eye feels scratchy, is red and may water. Lids may stick together on waking. Do I need to keep my child home? Yes, while there

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Runny Nose in the Child Care Setting

Runny Nose in the Child Care SettingShort Description
California Childcare Health Program 1 Runny Nose in the Child Care Setting (The Snuffly Child or Green Gooky Nose) Health & Safety Notes California Childcare Health Program What is it? The child with a runny nose and stuffiness is a fa- miliar problem in the child care setting. The nose is lined or covered by a delicate tissue called “mucosa” which produces mucus (sticky, slippery secretions) to protect the nose. If this tissue is irritated, it swells up, causing blockage and a lot of mucus. Sometimes children get repeated runny noses or permanent sniffles and a green nasal discharge, which are un- comfortable conditions for the child as well as child care provider. What causes the runny nose? 1. The common cold is the most typical cause of a runny nose and chronic runny nose. This is generally a mild illness, and the child feels and looks well other- wise.

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A Guide to Childrens Diet and Nutrition for Parents

A Guide to Childrens Diet and Nutrition for ParentsShort Description
be something to fight. about or a topic that you. are afraid to bring up. Raising Healthy and. A GUIDE TO CHILDREN’S DIET AND NUTRITION FOR PARENTS | PAGE 2 …

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4-H Healthy Lifestyles/Food and Nutrition Education for Children …

4-H Healthy Lifestyles/Food and Nutrition Education for Children ...Short Description
month for 4-H. Five different healthy lifestyle topics were taught. Each … prior training in healthy lifestyles, Childhood Obesity, the new Food Guide …

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