Croup is an infection of the throat, vocal cords (larynx), and large airways of the lungs. It can be caused by several different viruses. When children younger than 5 years of age have the infection, it’s called croup. In older children, it’s called laryngitis.
More Information about Croup |
Reporting |
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Individual cases are not reportable to the Health Unit. |
Should one go to childcare, school, or work if they have croup? |
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No exclusion necessary unless too ill to participate in regular activities. Follow the direction of your healthcare provider or occupational health at your workplace. Note: Exclusion guidelines may differ for healthcare workers. |
Vaccine Information |
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Certain causes of croup, such as measles and influenza, are preventable by vaccination. Check your child's vaccination records or call the Vaccine Preventable Diseases program at 705-474-1400 or toll free at 1-800-563-2808, ext. 5252 to book a vaccination appointment or to obtain additional information. |
Healthcare Provider Information |
| Canadian Paediatric Society: Acute Management of Croup in the Emergency Department |
Contact our Communicable Disease Control (CDC) program at 705-474-1400 or toll free at 1-800-563-2808, ext. 5229, or by email to cdc@healthunit.ca for more information.
Last updated: September, by CDC