Advice on upper respiratory tract infections (URTI) by age

Our Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTI) advice offers symptom relief guidance for all ages, from infants to adults. For infants, saline drops can ease symptoms. Children aged 1-5 can benefit from honey and pain relievers like paracetamol for colds, sore throats, and earaches. Older children (6-11 years) and adults can use nasal sprays and honey for colds, with additional advice for sore throats, earaches, and coughs. Traditional treatments such as kumerahou and kawakawa are also recommended for all age groups.

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Advice on upper respiratory tract infections (URTI) by age

Advice on upper respiratory tract infections (URTI) by age

Our Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTI) advice offers symptom relief guidance for all ages, from infants to adults. For infants, saline drops can ease symptoms. Children aged 1-5 can benefit from honey and pain relievers like paracetamol for colds, sore throats, and earaches. Older children (6-11 years) and adults can use nasal sprays and honey for colds, with additional advice for sore throats, earaches, and coughs. Traditional treatments such as kumerahou and kawakawa are also recommended for all age groups.

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Advice on upper respiratory tract infections (URTI) by age