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What is pneumonia?

Pneumonia is an infection in your lungs that inhibits them from working properly. It can be very serious, so if you suspect that you or your child may have it,  seek immediate medical attention.
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that is caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites. It is characterised primarily by inflammation of the alveoli in the lungs that are filled with fluid.
 
It is at times a very serious condition that can make a person very sick or even cause death.
 
Although, the disease can occur in young and healthy people it is most dangerous for older adults, babies and people with other diseases or impaired immune systems. 

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Once you have established your toddler has a slight fever, there are a number of measures you can take to keep it under control
If your toddler has a slight fever, there are a number of measures you can take to keep it under control.
The average body temperature should be between 35°C and 37°C.
 
While a fever can be treated, it's important to keep in mind that fevers are usually the symptom of an illness and not the illness itself.
A body’s temperature is controlled by a part of the brain called the hypothalamus.
 
Getting norovirus cannot always be avoided, but good hygiene can help limit the spread of the virus...
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The first sign of norovirus is usually a abrupt feeling of nausea followed by sick feeling, followed by forceful vomiting and watery diarrhoea.
Norovirus is more commonly known as the winter vomiting bug.

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