health

ROTAVIRUS

jemsngirls — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 14:09:26 GMT

http://www.nhs.uk/News/2007/November/Pages/Newvaccinehopeforchildren.aspx Rotavirus is the most common cause of severe gastroenteritis in infants and young children worldwide. In developing countries, rotavirus gastroenteritis is a major cause of childhood death and is responsible for approximately half a million deaths per year among children aged <5 years (1). Rotavirus gastroenteritis results in relatively few childhood deaths in the United States (approximately 20--60 deaths per year ...

measles & german measles (rubella) chicken pox

jemsngirls — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 22:30:27 GMT

www.netdoctor.co.uk http://kidshealth.org/kid/ill_injure/sick/chicken_pox.html What is measles? Measles is one of the most contagious viral diseases. It is caused by paramyxo virus and is the most unpleasant and the most dangerous of the children's diseases that result in a rash. This is due to the complications of the disease. What is German measles? What are the symptoms of measles? After about 14 days the following symptoms start showing: * a fever at about 39�C. ...

MUMPS

jemsngirls — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 22:10:45 GMT

http://hcd2.bupa.co.uk/fact_sheets/html/mumps.html Symptoms It usually takes about 14 to 21 days to develop symptoms after being exposed to the virus (the incubation period). About one in three children with mumps don't get any symptoms. At first, the symptoms of mumps are similar to those of flu, and can include: * fever * headache * sore throat * earache that is made worse by chewing * pain on chewing and swallowing * loss of appetite ...

MENINGITIS

jemsngirls — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 22:02:16 GMT

http://www.meningitis-trust.org Signs and symptoms Meningitis and septicaemia (blood poisoning) are not always easy to recognise, and symptoms can appear in any order. Some may not appear at all. In the early stages, the signs and symptoms can be similar to many other more common illnesses, for example flu. Trust your instincts. If you suspect meningitis or septicaemia, get medical help immediately. Early symptoms can include fever, headache, nausea (feeling sick), vomiting ...