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Rotavirus: What you need to know about this highly contagious illness
Parents of babies and young children
should watch for rotavirus, a highly contagious viral
infection that accounts for 500,000 doctor
visits and 50,000 hospitalizations annually for children under 5,
according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Rotavirus
causes fever, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal cramps. The viral
illness, which occurs most often
in the United States between November and May, will affect most
children by the time they turn 5.
Find out what you can do to protect your
family. Learn more
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Cold and flu center is a valuable resource for parents
Cold and flu season is in full swing,
and we're here to help. Visit Texas Children's Parent Resource
Center now to learn more about dealing with viruses, fever and more.
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February 2006
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