- Asthama
Childhood asthma is a chronic disease which is on the increase and
causes significant health problems. Get a fact sheet on how to
prevent and manage asthma.
- Breast
Feeding - the How and Why?
There are many questions/myths and concersn about Breat feeding.
You can find out all about them.
- Bed
wetting - Why it happens and what will help.
Bed wetting is a common problem which is often very frustrating to
parents. Does bed wetting improve with time or is medication always
necessary?
- Chicken
Pox Vaccine - Is it for me? and my Kids?
Experts have a differing opinion on whether this normal childhood
illness should be prevented by a vaccine or not.
- Chicken
Pox
Chicken Pox is a common illness of childhood which is very
contagious. Find out to manage if your child has chicken pox or how
to prevent others if someone has chickenpox.
- Childhood
infections - pneumonia to pink eye
Childhood brings with it many common infections and illnesses. Get
practical tips on how to recognize and handle there.
- Common
cold
Common cold, as the name suggests, is indeed very common. Sometimes
though, it can lead to a few problems if not handled carefully.
- Diaper
rash
Diaper rash is a very common childhood problem. Read about tips on
how to manage it.
- Ear
infections in kids
Ear infections are one of the commonest infections in childhood.
Recognition of what causes them can go a long way in containing the
damage they can cause.
- Ear
infections in kids
- Febrile
seizures
Convulsion in a child with fever can really alarm the parents. For
most part they are not dangerous but knowing about them helps.
- Jaundice
in Newborns
Much to the alarm of many parents they are told that their newborn
has jaundice. In most cases, it goes away on its own. If not, it can
be treated easily.
- Hemophilus
influenza type b
Hemophilus influenza type B, is a bacteria, which can lead to
meningitis, pneumonia and other repiratory complications.
Fortunately a vaccine is now available to prevent the infection.
- Hepatitis
B
Hepatitis B is a serious infection, which now, fortunatley can be
prevented by vaccination.
- Hepatitis
B
More on hepatitis B infections.
- Measles
An extremely contagious illness of childhood, which can cause
complications if not managed well.
- Pinworms
Pinworms are a common problem, which can be very distressing to the
affected child. A little hygiene will go a long way in preventing
it.
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