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Croup

Croup is a common respiratory illness caused by a viral infection in the airways. Croup in children is most common from birth to 6 years of age, peaking at 2 years of age. Symptoms include: 

  • Breathing problems
  • Coughing
  • Hoarse voice
  • Barky cough

Croup Video

This is a short animated video about croup in children. It helps families understand what to do if you are dealing with a child who has croup.

This video was created through a collaboration between ECHO Research, TREKK, and ARCHE. Funding was provided by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).

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Croup Infographic

(Croup, 2015. Updated 2024.)

Browse through this interactive infographic for information on the signs, symptoms, treatment, and management of croup. This research based resource helps families understand what to do if you have a child with croup.

This infographic was created through a collaboration between ECHO Research, TREKK, and ARCHE. Funding was provided by the Network Centres of Excellence of Canada (NCE). 

Croup eBook

(Croup, 2015. Updated 2024.)

Browse through this interactive eBook for information on the signs, symptoms, treatment, and management of croup and what to do if you are a parent or family dealing with croup.

This eBook was created through a collaboration between ECHO Research, TREKK, and ARCHE. Funding was provided by the Network Centres of Excellence of Canada (NCE). 

Things We Take for Granted: Severe Croup

This storybook is told through the eyes of parents and includes their experiences, health information, and recommendations for parents and families dealing with croup.

This eBook was created by ECHO Research and ARCHE in collaboration with Alberta Health Services Edmonton Zone and the Stollery Children’s Hospital. Funding was provided by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).

A Late Night Trip to the Emergency Department: Moderate Croup

This storybook is told through the eyes of parents and includes their experiences, health information, and recommendations for parents and families dealing with croup.

This eBook was created by ECHO Research and ARCHE in collaboration with Alberta Health Services Edmonton Zone and the Stollery Children’s Hospital. Funding was provided by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).

Managing Croup at Home: Mild Croup

This storybook is told through the eyes of parents and includes their experiences, health information, and recommendations for parents and families dealing with croup.

This eBook was created by ECHO Research and ARCHE in collaboration with Alberta Health Services Edmonton Zone and the Stollery Children’s Hospital. Funding was provided by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).

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The ECHO research program is focused on improving health outcomes for children with acute health conditions through the application of the best available evidence — a process known as knowledge translation (KT).

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ECHO Research acknowledges and respects the diverse histories, languages, and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and all First Peoples who lived and continue to live in Amiskwacîwâskahikan (Beaver Hills House, also known as Edmonton). We respectfully acknowledge that we are located on Treaty 6 territory and Métis Region 4, and would like to thank the diverse Indigenous Peoples to whom this is a traditional gathering place, including the Cree, Blackfoot, Métis, Nakota Sioux, Iroquois, Dene, Ojibway, Saulteaux, Anishinaabe, Inuit, and many others whose histories, languages, and cultures continue to influence our vibrant community. We recognize it is our responsibility to respect Indigenous Ways of Knowing and are committed to learning and finding authentic ways of collaborating with Indigenous Peoples in our work.

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The information contained in the video/multimedia content (the “Multimedia”) is provided on an “as is” basis and is offered for general information and educational purposes only; it is not offered as and does not constitute professional advice. There is no guarantee about the accuracy, applicability, fitness or completeness of the information found in the Multimedia. This information is provided without warranty of any kind, and the University of Alberta, its agents, employees, and students disclaim responsibility to any party for any loss or damage of any kind that may arise directly or indirectly as a result of the use of or reliance on the information contained in the Multimedia.

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