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Informational Alert

Due to a measles case in the community, please call before coming to Seattle Children’s if you or your child has potential measles symptoms.

High Priority Alert

Masking and Visitation Changes: Due to high rates of respiratory illnesses in our community, we’ve made changes to our masking and visitation guidelines .

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A girl is examined at Seattle Children's

Prevent and Treat Illness

Kids get a lot of colds, especially early in childhood. Other illnesses are common too, with some being serious. Knowing how to prevent and treat illness can help your family and your community be well.

The resources on this page cover preventing illness, symptoms to watch for, care at home and when to seek help from your child’s doctor.

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