What is cryptococcal disease?
Cryptococcal disease, also known as cryptococcosis, is a fungal infection caused by the fungus Cryptococcus neoformans
What is a normal temperature?"The normal temperature range varies, depending on the method you use:MethodNormal temperature rangeArmpit36.5°C - 37.2°C
Thermometers are not always accurate so it is important to be watching for other signs that your child might be ill. Also, the degree of a fever does
What type of thermometer should I use?There are 4 ways to accurately take (measure) a temperature:Under the armpit (axillary method)In the mouth (oral
Make sure to read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions each time you use a different type or brand of thermometer.
Offer plenty of fluidsEncourage your child to restRemove extra blankets or extra clothing/hats if the child does not become too cold or starts to shiv
Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol®) or ibuprofen* (e.g. Advil®) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under
When should I take my child to see a health care provider?Call or visit your health care provider if your child:Has had a fever for more than 5 daysIs
Babies younger than 3 months of age must be seen as soon as possible by a health care provider when they have a fever. During the first 3 months of li
For more informationInfants and children may have a febrile seizure. These are episodes of uncontrollable shaking associated with the fever. Your chil
What is swimmer's itch?Swimmer's itch is a skin rash caused by an allergic reaction to small worm-like parasites called schistosomes (shiss-toe-soams)
What is fifth disease?Fifth disease is an infection caused by a virus called parvovirus B19. It’s an infection of the airways and lungs. It often appe
Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol®) or ibuprofen* (e.g. Advil®) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under
*Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to your health care provider.For more information on Reye synd
The majority of vision development occurs in the first few years of life. The older a child is at the time of diagnosis, the more difficult it may be
Learn to identify common vision concerns in children younger than 4 years of age. By recognizing vision concerns and their symptoms early on, you will
What is Tuberculosis (TB)?TB is a serious disease caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air when a person with untreated TB disease of
What is Tuberculosis (TB)?TB is a serious disease caused by a germ (bacteria) that spreads through the air.TB usually affects the lungs but can also a
Immunization has saved more lives in Canada in the last 50 years than any other health measure. Vaccines are the best way to protect your child agains
Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol®) or ibuprofen* (e.g. Advil®) can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under
It is important to stay in the clinic for 15 minutes after getting any vaccine because there is an extremely rare possibility, less than 1 in a millio
If you have untreated TB disease that can spread from person to person (TB disease in the lungs or throat), your health care provider may ask you to s
