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  1. … cough causes episodes of coughing - each episode may last for 2 or 3 minutes young pēpi can go blue and stop breathing … the cough may go on for 3 months whooping cough spreads very easily from person to person it can cause serious … sometimes death in pēpi   Whooping Cough Vaccination What is whooping cough? Whooping cough is caused by a bacteria …
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  2. … need to be treated seriously because their effects can be very harmful and may last a lifetime we all have a … to speak up if we are worried about a child anybody who is worried that a child is being abused or neglected should … needs met it is crucial that everyone keeps an eye out for the tamariki in our community we all have a …
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  3. … points about meningococcal disease meningococcal disease is a bacterial infection - it causes severe illness and can … pēpi and tamariki with meningococcal disease can get sick very quickly meningococcal disease can be difficult to … disease have a rash) When to get medical help for your child   If your child has one or more of the …
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  4. … the flu (influenza) can be a serious viral infection it is not the same as having a bad cold even if your child is … best protection flu vaccination is especially important for tamariki  with certain long-term health conditions, who … 3 years of age.     How many doses of the flu vaccine does my child need? Children aged 6 months to under 9 years in the …
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  5. … Why should I have measles vaccination           Lots of people born … room as someone with measles, you will have to isolate for up to 2 weeks. This is to make sure you don't have measles and can't pass it on …
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  6. … special Know that tamariki are special and always do what is best for us. Listen to us Listen to us when we tell you how we are … thinking and feeling. Give us the best care Give us the very best possible care and the comfort we need. Let us and …
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  7. … Key points about sepsis in children and young people sepsis is the body’s extreme reaction to an infection it is very serious and can become life-threatening quickly any … the infection and the body’s response to it. Treatment for sepsis usually includes: antibiotics into a vein fluids …
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  8. … Key points about scabies scabies is caused by a reaction to a tiny mite which digs under the … eggs small blisters form on the skin and the skin gets very itchy the redness and small blisters look like a rash on … can start after only 1 to 3 days. The most common places for the rash are: between your child's fingers and toes on …
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  9. … Key points about first aid for sprains and injuries  sprains and strains are common in … active and enjoy rough-and-tumble play.  Sprain A sprain is a tear in a ligament. A ligament is a tough fibrous cord … joint. If the injury occurs during physical activities or sports, stop them from what they are doing. It is important …
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  10. … insulin Always give insulin but contact your diabetes team for advice on changing the usual dose if you are not sure. Go … insulin needs. Check the section below 'How and when do I check for ketones in my child with diabetes?' Encourage … your child to drink plenty of fluids. If your child is unable to eat and: if glucose is 10 mmol/l or higher, give …
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  11. … Key messages Washing and sterilising of feeding equipment is very important.  It is also very important to have clean hands when handling …
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  12. … and stay away from people who have coughs and colds   What is RSV infection? Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a very … RSV in high-risk pēpi. Read about RSV passive immunisation for high-risk pēpi. RSV Passive Immunisation For High Risk … spreading. Keep your child's environment smoke-free.  Can my child get RSV infection again? Some immunity to RSV …
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  13. …   Key points about safe sleep for your baby           P - place baby in their own baby bed … about a Pēpi-pod® or wahakura, ask your midwife.     It is never safe to put your baby to sleep in an adult bed, on a … How you can protect your baby's head shape When your baby is sleeping, turn their head so that sometimes they face left …
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  14. … are very rare in Aotearoa New Zealand a lung transplant is only considered when a child has a serious, long-term lung … transplant is a very big operation that is not suitable for everyone.  Before a transplant happens, there is a very … health and give them a good chance at recovery. How do I know if my child needs a lung transplant? If your child has …
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  15. … it's not the same as having a bad cold even if your child is fit and healthy, they can easily catch the flu flu … disease.  How the flu virus spreads The flu virus is very easy to catch and can affect anyone. It can spread … Make sure everyone dries them well too. Soap and water for 20 seconds, then 20 seconds drying. Or use a hand …
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  16. … and experiences should remain the same the main change is that your child may need to take regular medicine What if … time and feeling at ease with friends is important for your child with epilepsy as it is with all tamariki. As … and exercise Don't let epilepsy limit your child's sports and exercise. Encourage your child to join sports and …
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  17. … of her key messages (with edits). The timings provided for each topic mean you can go straight to the section you … (0:56 - 3:15 on the video) Caring for your child's skin is quite simple People tend to think skin care is quite … to. Should we use shampoo for newborns to 2 months old? (7:26 - 9:30 on the video) Diana: " I don't recommend it usually …
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  18. … time screens are becoming a big part of everyday life for many tamariki and rangatahi a healthy lifestyle can … screen time and by monitoring the content your child is watching to check its good quality. Supervise screen time … it up with different types of activity such as swimming, sports, running or biking to and from school. Help your child …
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  19. … Having you or another caregiver who your child can trust is fundamentally important to your child's psychological … what is happening in their world. How to prepare yourself for telling a child that a family member has died If there is … news Tell your child that you have something sad to say "I have some sad news to tell you…" . Say the name of the …
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  20. … about depression in children and young people depression is a serious illness that can make it hard to do everyday … child could be depressed there are effective treatments for depression Depression in children and young people Lots … or when doing things they enjoy. Then, they can feel very sad and hopeless when alone or bored, instead of feeling …
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  21. … Key points about reflux reflux is when milk or food from your child’s stomach comes back up … that runs from the mouth to the stomach. The medical name for reflux is gastro-oesophageal reflux, or 'GOR'. Reflux is … feed them again sooner than usual. Is there anything else I should do about reflux? For most pēpi, you don't have to do …
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  22. … anti-seizure medicines the aim of anti-seizure medicines is to prevent epileptic seizures anti-seizure medicines are … There are many different kinds of anti-seizure medicines for tamariki (children) with seizures. Each one works … that last a long time and can be hard to stop. Can I stop my child's anti-seizure medicine? If you do not want …
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  23. … happen 2 to 3 hours after falling asleep and can be very frightening for parents and carers don't try to wake your child, but … bedtime routines and regular wake-up times make sure there is no underlying sleep disorder such as obstructive sleep …
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  24. … Pneumonia animation   Key points about pneumonia pneumonia is an infection of the lungs pneumonia can cause cough, fever … fever, a cough, and breathing problems. Your child may be very tired and unwell. Sometimes bacterial pneumonia develops … If this happens, your child will usually have a cold for a few days, and then become more unwell quite quickly. …
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  25. … spreads faster than almost any other illness immunisation is the only way to prevent measles pēpi (babies) need measles … at 12 and 15 months measles vaccination is very important for Māori and Pasifika pēpi Preventing measles Vaccination … medicine to suppress their immune system anyone who has received human immunoglobulin or other blood product within …
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  26. … Key points about scarlet fever scarlet fever is common in tamariki it causes fever and a very red rash … their symptoms. They may also do a throat swab to check for group A strep. Managing scarlet fever Antibiotics Scarlet … as much as possible. They will need to take a break from sports and exercise while they have scarlet fever. Food and …
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  27. … after a child has died facing the death of your own child is one of the toughest life experiences it may have been … died. Experiencing Grief After Your Child Has Died How can I find out exactly what happened? You may have questions … workers, Victim Support or police. Ask others to find out for you if you need to. It may help to see your child after …
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  28. … causes breathing problems in pēpi bronchiolitis is very easy to catch breastfeeding and a smoke-free environment … a common cause of bronchiolitis). RSV Passive Immunisation For High Risk Babies Signs and symptoms of bronchiolitis …
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  29. … Key points about button battery dangers for children   if you think your child has but a button … or ear - go to hospital immediately button batteries are very dangerous for tamariki if they swallow one or put one in … a button battery. Getting medical treatment straight away is very important. Always treat this as an emergency. …
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