Bedwetting (Enuresis nocturna)
In medical practice, problems related to bladder control are encountered less frequently. This probably stems from the fact that involuntary urination is much l
Handwashing – general recommendations
(based on the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines)Proper hand hygiene is one of the simplest and most effective ways to prevent illness in
Streptococcal pharyngitis and scarlet fever
Purulent tonsillitis or tonsil inflammation (tonsillitis) is caused by a bacterium called group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus. It is transmitted via respirator
Infant Colic (Cramps): Causes, Symptoms, and How to Soothe Your Baby
What is Infant Colic?Infant cramps usually appear during the first three to four months. They manifest themselves as sudden episodes of painful crying which usu
How to Keep Your Sleeping Baby Safe: AAP Policy Explained
More than 3,500 babies in the U.S. die suddenly and unexpectedly every year while sleeping, often due to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) or accidental death
Video Consultations and Therapies – A New Reality for Hospitals, Clinics, and Rehabilitation Centers
Hybrid Work Approach – The Future of Healthcare In a world where patients seek flexibility and healthcare institutions look for ways to reduce staff workload an
Newborn skin care guide – gentle hygiene, vernix benefits & bathing tips
Creating a lifelong relationship of trust and health with parents and children starts with understanding the delicate needs of newborn skin.What is vernix caseo
Infectious diarrhoea in children – What Parents need to know
Infectious diarrhoea is common, especially in areas with poor hygiene. It remains one of the leading causes of child mortality in underdeveloped countries. In c
Child Cough – What parents should know about causes, night symptoms and treatment
Cough is one of the most common reasons parents seek medical help for their children. While usually harmless, a persistent or night-time cough can interfere wit
Understanding childhood headaches: Causes, symptoms, and when to seek help
Headaches are a common complaint among children and are usually not a cause for concern. In most cases, they are temporary and linked to minor illnesses such as
Inflammations of the urinary tract in children
Why urinary tract infections occur in childrenNormal urine does not contain bacteria. However, bacteria may at times enter the urinary tract from the outside, f
The long-term impact of early child-parent separation on child development
The power of connection between parent and childAnyone who has ever spent time in a pediatric ward knows the emotional turmoil that accompanies the moment of pa
Encopresis in children – causes, symptoms, and how to help
Encopresis, also known as involuntary fecal soiling, is a common but distressing condition in children, often caused by chronic stool withholding. Many parents
Pneumococcal disease and specific immunisation
What is Streptococcus pneumoniae?The Streptococcus pneumoniae bacterium – also known as pneumococcus – is a common cause of respiratory tract inflammations, oft
Relieving nasal congestion
Sea water The beneficial properties of salt and sea water were already known to the ancient civilisations of China, India and Greece. Two centuries ago, with th
Head lice (pediculus humanus capitis)
What are head lice? The head louse is an arthropod, a type of parasite. It lives only on humans, close to the hair line. It prefers areas behind the ears, on th