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Child health

Babies and young children are particularly prone to minor ailments but many can be treated with OTC products.

Babies and young children are particularly prone to minor ailments. Here, we look at some of the most common problems and how they can be treated with OTC products.

Children’s lack of exposure to viruses and their lower immunity levels makes them susceptible to many minor ailments.

Objectives

This module will tell you how to:

  • Recognise the possible symptoms of the different minor illnesses in babies and young children
  • Identify which OTC treatments are available for each condition
  • Offer additional advice to the customer to manage the condition
  • Know when to refer to the pharmacist.
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