Asthma in children: WHO information on symptoms, triggers and global burden
WHO’s 2026 information on asthma as a common chronic disease in children, including symptoms and environmental triggers.
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Influenza in children: CDC information on symptoms and why younger children can face higher risk
CDC information on influenza symptoms, complications and why children under 5, especially under 2, are at increased risk of serious flu complications.
Whooping cough in babies and children: CDC information on symptoms and why infants can be at higher risk
CDC information on pertussis symptoms, coughing fits, breathing difficulty in babies and the higher risk of serious complications in infants.
Pneumonia in children: WHO information on symptoms, spread, risk factors and prevention
General WHO information on childhood pneumonia, including causes, respiratory signs, transmission, risk factors and prevention measures.
Why most coughs and colds do not need antibiotics
A parent-friendly explanation of viral illness, why unnecessary antibiotics do not help, and when breathing symptoms need review.