Middle ear infections are also called otitis media. They are very common, especially in children between 6 months and 3 years of age. They are usually not serious. Although not contagious, the viral illness that caused the infection can be. Most ear infections happen when a child has already had a cold for a few days.
More Information about Ear Infections |
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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 an ear infection? |
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No exclusion necessary, unless too ill to participate in activities or has a fever with behavioural change. Follow the direction of your healthcare provider or occupational health at your workplace. Note: Exclusion guidelines may differ for healthcare workers. |
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: August 2024