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Pertussis (whooping cough)

Read about the symptoms and treatment of whooping cough, a bacterial infection affecting breathing that can be prevented by vaccination.

Cough

Learn about the different causes and types of coughs. Find out how you can take care of your child at home and how to make them more comfortable.

Immunization schedule for children

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

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.

Vaccines: Concerns about immunizing your child

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

Haemophilus Influenzae Type B Vaccine

Your child needs to be given a vaccine called haemophilus influenzae type B vaccine. This information sheet explains what haemophilus influenzae type B vaccine does, how it is given, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Cough assist machine: How it helps to clear mucus from the lungs

Find out how a cough assist machine can help your child if they have difficulty clearing mucus from their lungs.

Viral respiratory infection

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.

Pneumonia

Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs and lower respiratory tract. Learn about the signs and symptoms of community-acquired pneumonia and how to take care of your child.

Croup

Croup is a viral infection that causes airway inflammation, making it difficult to breathe. Learn about the symptoms and treatment of croup.

Other questions about juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) medications

Cystic fibrosis: Medications

There are medications that you may have to take to keep your body healthy.

Colds (viral upper respiratory infections)

Colds are caused by viral infections in the nose and throat. Learn about the causes, duration, prevention and treatment of viral upper respiratory infections.

Cystic fibrosis: Airway clearance techniques

​Oscillating PEP (positive expiratory pressure) is an airway clearance technique. Watch this video to learn the steps of performing oscillating PEP.

Other questions about juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) medications

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.

Common types of vaccines

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

Managing pain after surgery

It is normal to experience some pain and discomfort after surgery, but there are ways to manage it. Find out what you can do to help manage your pain after surgery.

Bronchiolitis

Bronchiolitis is an infection of the lungs caused by a virus that most children will get by the time they are two. Usually, it is not a serious illness and goes away within seven to 10 days. Cough associated with bronchiolitis can last for a few weeks.

Incentive spirometry or bubbles: Encouraging deep breathing to clear the lungs

Learn how your child can exercise their lungs to reduce the risk of breathing problems.

Cystic fibrosis: Infection control

Infection control is important in limiting the spread of germs between people with cystic fibrosis.

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)

RSV is a virus that infects the lungs and airways and causes respiratory illness, especially in children. Learn how you can help your child if they have RSV.

Over-the-counter medications

Carmustine

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

Cystic fibrosis overview

Cystic fibrosis is a genetic condition that affects different systems in your body.

Second-hand smoke

Second-hand smoke is harmful for babies and children. Learn tips on keeping your home 100% smoke-free.