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Clostridium difficile (Also Called “C diff”)—Child Care and Schools
Category: infectious_diseases
A spore- and toxin-forming bacteria that causes diarrhea
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Common Childhood Infections
Category: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
Most infections are caused by germs called viruses and bacteria. While you may be able to keep germs from spreading, you can't always keep your child from getting sick. It is important for parents to know how to keep their children healthy and what to do when they get sick. Read on to learn more from
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Diagnosed or Suspected
Category: safety_and_prevention
Information and guidance on when COVID-19 is diagnosed or suspected.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Prevention
Category: safety_and_prevention
Information and guidance on preventing COVID-19 infection.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) or Influenza - How to Tell
Category: safety_and_prevention
Information and guidance on similarities and differences of COVID-19 and influenza infections.
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Cryptosporidiosis—Child Care and Schools
Category: infectious_diseases
An intestinal infection caused by a parasite (Cryptosporidium hominis or C parvum)
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Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Infection—Child Care and Schools
Category: infectious_diseases
A viral infection common in children (Up to 70% of normal children aged 1 to 3 years in group care settings excrete cytomegalovirus [CMV].)
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Dental Caries (Early Childhood Caries, Tooth Decay, or Cavities)—Child Care and Schools
Category: safety_and_prevention
Early childhood caries (commonly called cavities) is the most common chronic disease of childhood. Caries are the result of an infectious disease process that damages tooth structure and makes holes in the teeth. The consequences of early childhood caries are much more than unattractive teeth. Early
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