Common Childhood Illnesses

Protect Your Baby from Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) with Immunization

RSV is the most common virus that can infect the lungs and breathing tubes. RSV infection is most serious in young babies. Manitoba has...

My child has a sore throat...could it be strep throat?

Your child is tugging at her ear, she says it hurts. You think she has an ear infection. What can you do for her?...

Head lice are a common childhood concern and anyone with hair can get them. Head lice do not cause illness or disease but can...

Colds, the flu and COVID-19 are caused by viruses or germs, but how can you tell the difference?

As a parent you will want to know what a fever is, what to do and when to get help.

Having a sick child can be scary. Know what symptoms to watch for, how to provide care and comfort at home, and when to...

Your child has a bad cough and trouble breathing. Her cough is followed by a “whoop” sound before the next breath. What is it?...

RSV is usually mild and doesn’t need any treatment. Most children get better within a week or two. Most children do not need to...