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In Utah, 25 babies are born each year with a type of hernia called gastroschisis. Gastroschisis is a birth defect in which an infant’s intestines stick out of the body through a defect on one side of the umbilical cord. The defect is clearly seen during routine ultrasound of the mother, but surgery to […]
The flu attacks anyone, even famous people and their families.
Cameron Diaz’s dad Emilio died suddenly on April 15 from when a recent flu turned into pneumonia.
Let’s not take this infection lightly. Complications from influenza can kill. It’s really important that we protect ourselves from being infected. And the single best way to […]
In more ways than one, city life and health don’t seem compatible. In particular, living and (or) working in the city can actually make you sick.
DNAIndia (for Daily News and Analysis - India) lists several factors that cause Indians (and maybe other city-dwellers the world over) to be more susceptible to colds:
Weather change. Weather changes […]
Whooping cough, or pertussis, is a highly contagious disease caused by a bacteria that gets spread when an infected person sneezes or coughs.
In the early stages, whooping cough (pertussis) symptoms are similar to a common cold. Your child can have runny nose, sneezing, fever and maybe a low-grade fever. After 2-3 days it turns into […]
When your children are suffering from the flu or severe colds, the last thing they want to do is eat. Food tastes like ‘bleh’. They have no appetite…. and they just want mommy and a homemade chicken soup . Or whatever it was you make when your child is sick.
Certain foods make us feel better. […]
What is Influenza (also called Flu)?
The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. The best way to prevent this illness is by getting a flu vaccination each fall.
Every year in the United States, on average:
5% to 20% of […]
Not being satisfied with a simple Q&A about my child’s apparent cold symptoms, I unearthed some more clues to knowing if my child has the colds, flu or sinusitis.
Knowing if your child has the colds, flu or sinusitis is important to receiving the right treatment.
How does a parent know what your child may […]
The long cold months are synonymous with the flu season, and there are several ways of protecting your family from getting sick, or help fight the sniffles. One of the best ways is FOOD.
Foods that help fight the flu/cold:
Fluids. water, decaf tea, fruit juice, soup. Liquids help to hydrate, and thin mucous secretions.
Chicken soup […]
The Food and Drug Administration issued a public health advisory strongly recommending that over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold medicine not be used for infants and children under 2 years of age.
In addition, the American Academy of Pediatrics provided a statement supporting the advisory, and adds
Studies have shown cough and cold products are ineffective in treating […]
For all his eccentricities as an actor, Johnny Depp is first and foremost, a dad. And a grateful one at that.
In March last year, Johnny Depp’s 8-year old daughter Lily-Rose contracted kidney failure as a result of E. coli poisoning. She contracted the bug while the family was staying at a rented mansion during filming […]
Health matters for children from infancy to adolescence.
Written by Grace Ibay, M.H.S. [email] for b5media.
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