Show Notes
Finding the cause of pain in children and what to do about it can be one of the trickiest things for parents to manage. In this episode, Anthea is joined by Dr Nadine Sharples from the Emergency Department at The Royal Children's Hospital to share lots of practical advice on pain and pain relief in kids.
For more information
RCH Kids Health Info fact sheet - pain relief for children
Victorian Poisons Information Centre
RCH Kids Health Info Podcast - Head injuries
RCH Kids Health Info Podcast - Viruses and fevers
RCH Kids Health Info Podcast - Headaches and tummy aches
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