In 1996, Claire Roberts was admitted to the Royal Belfast Hospital for Sick Children with vomiting and drowsiness, but died two days later.

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With news of vomiting bugs closing wards and intensive care units for children nearly full to bursting, it is clear the NHS is under the cosh.

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Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults.

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Children with iron poisoning may immediately suffer nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and intestinal hemorrhaging, leading to coma and death.

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But anyone with difficulty breathing, and particularly young children under age 5 who have bluish skin, difficulty eating, vomiting "that just doesn't stop" or a difficult time waking up should consult their physician, she said.

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