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  • ACHES & PAINS
  • Aches and pains usually come and go quickly, but are sometimes a sign of a more serious condition. However, it can be difficult for parents to know if a child's tummy ache, for example, is serious.
  • ALLERGIC REACTIONS
  • An allergy is a condition in which the body reacts with unusual sensitivity to a substance or substances, which is then known as an allergen.
  • ANIMAL BITES
  • Children can benefit greatly from having a pet. But, if an animal is teased or harmed by a young child, it is likely to retaliate by biting.
  • APPLYING BANDAGES & DRESSINGS
  • Cuts, grazes and sprains are a common occurrence in young children. Although a child may be distressed by a fall, injuries are often minor and can be dealt with at home.
  • BITES & STINGS
  • An insect bite or sting is a painful experience for anyone, and will come as a nasty shock to your baby or toddler. While stings are more dangerous, bites from mosquitoes or horseflies can be a persistent problem in certain parts of the country. The following tips can help soothe your child during the spring and summer months.
  • BLEEDING
  • Bleeding occurs when blood vessels are cut or damaged, allowing the blood to escape into the tissues or out on to the skin. There are three main types of blood vessel, each giving a different pattern of bleeding.
  • BURNS
  • Children under five are more likely to suffer from severe burns and scalds than any other age group.
  • CHEST & ABDOMINAL INJURIES
  • Although a child’s body is more flexible that an adult’s it is also weaker, so the risk of suffering injuries to the chest and abdominal region is just as high. The risk of injury is increase by the fact that children are often more active than adults and less aware of dangers.

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