Infectious Diseases
May
Impetigo, one of the most common skin infections among kids, usually produces blisters or sores on the face, neck, hands, and diaper area. Continue reading…
Oct
We have been seeing a number of cases of red eye over the last few weeks and have been hearing about some unconventional treatments that are being advised
Red eye, also called pinkeye (Conjunctivitis) is the inflammation (ie, redness, swelling) of the thin tissue covering the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelids. Continue reading…
Mar
We have seen recent calls to make sure you have your yellow fever vaccine. So what is yellow fever? Continue reading…
Jul
There has been a new upsurge in the number of dengue cases being seen and we are even seeing some deaths in children related to the disease. Continue reading…
May
We all know the symptoms – diarrhoea, vomiting, abdominal pain. Gastroenteritis continues to affect children and adults at different times in their lives. Learn about what is it and how we can help our children. Continue reading…
Oct
Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease continues to be a concern for parents and daycare providers. So what is it? and how do we deal with it? Continue reading…
