Suffolk common childhood illnesses booklet healthy suffolk. Common childhood illnesses 31 coughs and colds 32 sticky eyes and conjunctivitis 33 ear problems 35 wheezing and shortness of breath 36 bronchiolitis 37 asthma37 constipation38 upset tummies and diarrhoea 39 chickenpox41 head lice 42 threadworms 43 tics, head banging and unusual behaviour 44 more serious conditions 47 meningitis48. World health organization integrated management of. Launched in february 2018, local parents and carers in tower hamlets can find simple, accessible advice on common childhood illnesses through a suite of materials including an easyread booklet and animation videos that give support on what to do when their child is unwell. Symptoms generally appear more than two weeks after exposure, and the illness lasts seven to 10 days. Day or night, whether you need over the phone, face to face advice or treatment, or just to know what you can do at home this booklet will work with you to. Call the doctor if the vomiting doesnt stop in a few hours, happens in a baby who also has a fever, or if your child cant keep down fluids. Childhood illness booklet east lancashire clinical. The information contained in this booklet can also be accessed via your mobile phone see below. Often something that can seem quite serious, like a high temperature, can be put down to a cold, which can often be sorted out with a quick trip to your local pharmacy. Below is a list of common childhood illnesses and a guide to when a child should be safe to return to day care. Childhood illnesses childhood is a period when the immune system is still being developed. Pertussis whooping cough recreational water illness rwi rubella german measles shigella common cause of diarrhea sinus infection. The common childhood illnesses handbook is an extensive and informative guide for parents and carers of children, from birth to five years old, to use when assessing and.
Almost all babies, toddlers and children will get common childhood illnesses like chickenpox, colds, sore throats and earache. The pocket book is one of a series of documents and tools that support the integrated management of childhood illness imci. This handbook will help you to talk about these problems with your midwife, health visitor, pharmacist or doctor gp. Common childhood illnesses ightenhill medical centre.
Picture of a baby on the front cover of the childhood illness booklet. If your baby is younger than 6 months old, it is important to remember that they may be affected differently by common illnesses compared. As a parent, it is important to be aware of the most uptodate treatment guidelines so you can be sure your child is getting the best care possible. Common childhood illnesses nhs sunderland clinical. Childhood illness guidance booklet common childhood illnesses guide the common childhood illnesses handbook is an informative guide for parents and carers of. You may need to install adobe reader to view the saved version of the practice booklet. It gives advice on how to spot signs of illness and what to do for minor conditions such as coughs and colds, fever, dry skin and rashes, chicken pox, bumps and bruises. The key areas covered include management of several common neonatal conditions, common causes of fever acute and chronic otitis media.
The publication provides a summary of evidence and assessment using the grade process, and recommendations on the management of common causes of childhood illnesses. Other viral causes include adenoviruses and coronaviruses. At the end of each section, you will be asked to go to your assessment booklet and answer the relevant. Childhood illness guidance booklet nhs blackburn with. Being a parent is a wonderful and rewarding experience. Common childhood illnesses st georges medical centre. The common childhood illnesses and wellbeing handbook is an extensive and informative guide for anyone who cares for a child aged from birth to 11 years old. Always check that medicines are appropriate to your childs age and never exceed the stated dose. They include information on general welfare and wellbeing and common childhood illnesses to help you keep your child safe and healthy. And carers of children aged birth4 years common childhood. You should not rely on the advice in this leaflet for children who are less than 6 months old.
Common childhood illness booklet healthcare professionals in washington have developed an app aimed at people looking after young children, as well as those about to become parents. All factual content has been sourced from department of health. Almost all babies, toddlers and children will get common childhood illnesses like chickenpox, colds, sore throats and ear ache. Every parent, guardian or carer wants to know what is best for their growing baby and to give them the best start in life. A parentguardians guide to treating common childhood. Despite treatment efforts against the diseases that attack, there is a high mortality rate among children, often because of limited access to health care. It gives easytounderstand guidance on common ailments affecting children, as well as advice on when and where to seek further treatment. Some contagious conditions are more likely to occur during cooler months, when children are indoors and infection is more easily spread. A guide to common illnesses and keeping your child healthy. All children experience common illnesses like coughs, colds and chickenpox. This is the second edition of the pocket book of hospital care for children. As with many of the childhood viral illnesses, though most infections are mild, there is a real risk for complications, including meningitis and death.
Your guide to childhood illnesses is a guide to for parents of children under six, to many childhood illnesses. Childhood illness guidance booklet common childhood illnesses guide the common childhood illnesses handbook is an informative guide for parents and carers of children, from birth to five years old. Because this booklet deals with nearly 30 diseases, the information about each disease is necessarily limited. Transmission direct contact with or inhalation of respiratory droplets.
Many common childhood illnesses can be treated at home, but it is important to trust your instincts and if you are concerned, seek advice. Recommendations for management of common childhood conditions. The following information from the american academy of pediatrics aap lists some of the most common childhood illnesses and their approved treatments. Hospital care for children who world health organization. Its easy to panic and rush your child to the emergency department. The common childhood illnesses handbook is an extensive and informative guide for parents and carers of children, from birth to five years old, to use when assessing and managing their children with minor conditions such as.
Childhood illnesses east lancashire clinical commissioning. May 11, 2016 prior to routine vaccination, this was a very common illness. The table clearly shows that vaccination is the only way to protect children from many of the illnesses common in childhood. Symptoms, emergencies, common illnesses, behavior problems, and healthy development schmitt, barton d. The booklet is a guide for parents and carers of children and has been developed in conjunction with lancashire county council. This vulnerability explains the large number of diseases that affect children.
Webmd shares facts on 9 childhood illnesses you may not know about. It is good to be prepared and have a supply of essential medicines. Level 2 certificate in understanding common childhood. Common childhood illnesses parents and carers of children will be able to seek guidance from a comprehensive new advice booklet when their child becomes ill. Rsv, fifth disease, croup, scarlet fever, impetigo, kawasaki disease, reyes syndrome, whooping cough, and hand, foot, and mouth. It is not meant for children who have ongoing health problems such as asthma, heart, or kidney problems. Parents and caregivers who would like more information regarding the illnesses and infestations described in this guide or information on how to care for their sick child can refer to other resources. We want to help you enjoy parenting your new child and to support you during times when you may need extra help or advice. Almost all babies, toddlers and children will get most common childhood illnesses like constipation, colds, sore throats and ear infections. Your guide to childhood illnesses cambridgeshire and. The common childhood illnesses booklet is a comprehensive resource that provides advice and guidance on how to safely manage common childhood illnesses and when and where to seek support and help from health services.
Most of the common illnesses your child may develop are a natural part of growing up. Childhood illness guidance booklet nhs blackburn with darwen. Most of the issues you will face are simply an everyday part of growing up, often helped by a chat with a healthcare professional. It also has information about spotting the signs of a. While immunization is voluntary, parents are strongly urged to have their children vaccinated in keeping with the vaccination schedule established by the provincial department of health and social services. Parents and carers of children will be able to seek guidance from a comprehensive new advice booklet when their child becomes ill. Childhood illness booklet the common childhood illnesses handbook is an extensive and informative guide for parents and carers of children, from birth to five years old, to use when assessing and managing their children with minor conditions such as. Get the lowdown on 10 common childhood illnesses and tips for helping her recover faster. The intent of this booklet is to provide those working with children in groups with a quick reference to help them identify common, communicable diseases, and take appropriate measures to make sure these diseases are not spread to others.
Antibiotics are not needed for every illness and using. The risk factors for common childhood illnesses vary, depending on the specific illness and its associated cause. This handbook contains information on common childhood illnesses, general welfare and wellbeing, covering anything from coughs to headlice, to keep you and your child safe and healthy. Childhood illnesses east lancashire clinical commissioning group. The common childhood illnesses handbook is an extensive and. Imci integrates case management of the most common childhood problems. A quick guide to common childhood diseases bc centre for. Heywood, middleton and rochdale common childhood illnesses.
Knowing the common symptoms, and when your child needs to see a doctor, will help make this cold and. Almost all babies, toddlers and children will get the most common childhood illnesses like chickenpox, colds, sore throats and ear infections. We have developed handbooks to help you look after your child, from ages 05 and 612. A list of some of the signs and symptoms not every child will have every symptom of the illness. Recommendations for management of common childhood. The common childhood illnesses handbook is an informative guide for parents and carers of children, from birth to five years old. Parents and carers of children will be able to seek guidance from a comprehensive new advice booklet when their child becomes. Fever is uncommon in children over 3 years of age and rare in adults. Welcome to this level 2 certificate in understanding common childhood illnesses introduction as you start to read through each page you will be able to make notes and comments on things you have learnt or may want to revisit at a later stage. This is a free service but data charges may apply in order to access this service, phones must be data enabled accurate and instant information on common childhood illnesses on your mobile 247. Childhood illnesses know what to do, what to look for and where to go the nhs nonemergency number childhood diseases.
Need to refer to a higher level of care for serious illnesses in 1995 who and unicef developed a strategy known as integrated management of childhood illness imci. It is helpful to use when assessing and managing children with minor conditions, such as. It is for use by doctors, nurses and other health workers who are responsible for the care of young children at the first level referral hospitals. This booklet is for parents and older children and deals with common infections in children who are normally healthy. The common childhood illnesses handbook is an extensive and informative guide for parents and carers of children, from birth to five years old, to use when assessing and managing their.