Three die from severe form of flu in WA
July 6, 2007
Three children under five years of age have died in Perth in the past few days from what is believed to be a severe form of the flu, the WA Health Department says.
The department is urging parents to quickly see a doctor if their children show signs of respiratory illness.
Director of communicable disease control, Dr Paul Van Buynder, said the speed at which the three children fell ill was a concern.
"While we do not want to create unnecessary panic, it is important for parents to be aware that the disease can cause serious illness within 24 hours," Dr Van Buynder said.
"Parents whose children have cold or flu like symptoms, including a cough and a fever, should see their general practitioner."
The health department is advising all parents of young children to see a doctor for the flu vaccination if they have not already done so.
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July 6, 2007
Three children under five years of age have died in Perth in the past few days from what is believed to be a severe form of the flu, the WA Health Department says.
The department is urging parents to quickly see a doctor if their children show signs of respiratory illness.
Director of communicable disease control, Dr Paul Van Buynder, said the speed at which the three children fell ill was a concern.
"While we do not want to create unnecessary panic, it is important for parents to be aware that the disease can cause serious illness within 24 hours," Dr Van Buynder said.
"Parents whose children have cold or flu like symptoms, including a cough and a fever, should see their general practitioner."
The health department is advising all parents of young children to see a doctor for the flu vaccination if they have not already done so.
credits Aussieone
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