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Heat rash or prickly heat - myDr.com.au

Heat rash or prickly heat is caused by blockage of sweat glands during times of high heat or humidity, causing itching or prickling of the skin.

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Heat rash or prickly heat: babies & kids | Raising Children Network

Heat rash, prickly heat or miliaria looks like little red spots on the skin. It might appear if your child gets too hot. It’s common and easy to treat.

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Heat-related illness - Better Health Channel

Heat kills more Australians than any natural disaster. Find out how you can treat and prevent heat-related illness, including heatstroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramp and heat rash.

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ACD A-Z of Skin - Miliaria

Miliaria is a group of skin conditions that arise from blockage of sweat ducts. There are three types of miliaria classified by the level of blockage of the sweat duct.

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Babies in hot weather

Hot weather can be dangerous for babies because they are easily affected by the heat. Learn how to keep your baby cool and safe in the heat.

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Sun and heat protection for babies and kids

Babies and children can easily get sunburnt and heatstroke, even when cool or overcast. Read on to learn how to protect your child.

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Hot weather and child safety - Better Health Channel

Babies and children can quickly lose body fluids in hot weather, which can lead to dehydration.

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Raising kids in tropical Australia

Growing up in northern Australia can be a magical and safe experience. But parents need to be aware of the risks posed by life in the tropics.

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Common childhood rashes

Childhood rashes are common and many disappear without treatment. Learn about symptoms and treatment of childhood rashes, such as eczema, ringworm and impetigo.

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Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) | Sleep Health Foundation

This is a fact sheet on Restless Leg Syndrome. RLS or Willis-Ekbom Disease, is a neurological disorder characterised by uncomfortable sensations in the legs & an uncontrollable urge to move them.

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