Stomach Flu
Gastroenteritis, or the stomach flu, is an infection of the intestines caused by a virus or bacteria. It is common in infants and children and can lead to dehydration. Symptoms include:
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Throwing up
Childhood Vomiting and Diarrhea (Gastroenteritis)
This video provides useful and evidence-based information for parents and families about symptoms, how to manage symptoms, and when to seek care for a child who has a stomach flu (gastroenteritis).
This video was created by ECHO Research, ARCHE, and TREKK. Funding was provided by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).
Browse through this eBook for information on the signs, symptoms, treatment, and management of gastroenteritis and what to do if you are a parent or family dealing with gastroenteritis.
This eBook was created by ECHO Research, ARCHE, and TREKK. Funding was provided by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).
ECHO
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).
