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      Influenza (flu): An overview

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      This year, it is more important than ever to get a flu shot. Learn about the flu shot and COVID-19, symptoms of flu and flu prevention.

      Common types of vaccines

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      Vaccines help to protect you against many different diseases. Learn about different vaccines and how to keep track of which vaccines you have had.

      Child having their knee and lower leg examined by a health-care provider

      Benign acute childhood myositis (viral myositis)

      Learn about benign acute childhood myositis, a condition that causes muscle pain in children with viral infections.

      Immunosuppression: Protecting children with weak immune systems

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      If your child has a weak immune system learn how to protect them against infection.

      Primary immune deficiency (PID)

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      This page explains the diagnosis and treatment of primary immune deficiency (PID), a genetic condition that weakens the immune system.

      Oseltamivir

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called oseltamivir. This information sheet explains what oseltamivir does, how to give it, and what side effects, or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Safe use of antibiotics

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      Learn how to use antibiotics appropriately to prevent antibiotic resistance, which can cause antibiotics to be less effective in the future.

      Viral gastroenteritis (stomach flu)

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      Stomach flu is an infection that causes inflammation of the stomach and intestines. Learn the symptoms and treatment of stomach flu.

      Other questions about juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) medications

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      Other questions about juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) medications

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      Learn the answers to some common questions about JIA medications including which vaccinations are safe to take, and the role of complementary and alternative medicines, and how they can affect your child.

      Viral respiratory infection

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      Viral respiratory infection is a general term for lung and airway infections. Read about different viruses that can cause viral respiratory infections and treatment options.

      Ear infection (otitis media) in children

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      Otitis media is a middle ear infection caused by a backup of fluid behind the eardrum. Learn the causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment of otitis media.

      Common concerns about kidney transplant surgery

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      Immunization schedule for children

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      Read about types of immunizations that are recommended during a child's first year of life and onward.

      Immunizations for children and teens with suppressed immune systems

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      Treatment to suppress the immune system affects how your child’s body responds to routine immunizations. This guide discusses how to keep your child healthy while taking immune-suppressing treatment.

      Fever in a returning traveller

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      Find out what to look out for and when to see a doctor if your child has a fever after travelling abroad.

      Food poisoning: Protecting your family

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      Food poisoning occurs when bacteria, parasites and viruses grow on food. Prevent food poisoning with these tips on handling and storing food properly.

      The impact of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) on parents

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      Learn strategies to cope with the stress and worry of having a child or teenager with JIA.

      SickKids' Therapeutic Clowns: Flu Fighters

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      Join SickKids' therapeutic clown, Fern, as she learns about being a flu fighter with child life specialist, Rachael.
      Please note that this video was filmed prior to COVID-19.

      Staying safe in the sun

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      CFTR modulators: Overview

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      There are four CFTR modulators available in Canada that are used to treat cystic fibrosis (CF) in people with specific genetic mutations.

      Amantadine

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called amantadine. This information sheet explains what amantadine does, how to take it, and what side effects, or problems, your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Sex and relationships after a transplant

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      Vaccines: Concerns about immunizing your child

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      Learn about the safety of vaccines, their side effects, how they are given and what they protect your child against.

      Mastoiditis

      Mastoiditis is an infection caused by bacteria within the bone behind the ear. Learn more about what causes mastoiditis and find out how it is diagnosed and treated.

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