Prevention from Croup

Ways to prevent croup include:

Washing hands frequently to prevent infection from spreading
Avoiding close contact with other infected children
Taking the necessary vaccines such as diphtheria, Hib, and measles as these illnesses could lead to croup
Getting prompt treatment for an infection of the respiratory system to prevent it from developing into croup
Increasing the amount of fluids drunk to prevent dehydration
Avoiding allergic irritants and smoke if children are prone to respiratory infections

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