Children's health

Children's health 13 Oct 2023

Protect your kids with free routine immunisations

Childhood immunisation is a safe, free and effective way to protect your children from serious diseases. From the moment they’re born, most babies can fight the germs they encounter every day, but there are some serious and life-threatening diseases they are not protected from. The free vaccines available through the…

Children's health 05 Jul 2023

How To Find & Consult With An Online Doctor in Australia

The world of healthcare is rapidly changing, and Australia is no exception. One of the most significant developments in recent years is the rise of online doctors, also known as telehealth services. This innovative approach to healthcare delivery offers numerous advantages, such as increased accessibility, convenience, and potential…

Children's health 19 Apr 2023

Reasons to Have a Family Doctor

Having a family doctor is essential for maintaining good health and ensuring that your family’s medical needs are met. A family doctor, also known as a General Practitioner (GP), can provide medical care and support for all members of your family, from infants to seniors. This article discusses…

Children's health 15 Nov 2022

Guide to Ear problems in Children

Ear infections are common in children, and many children suffer one at least once during their childhood. Children are more susceptible to ear infections as compared to adults because the structure of the ear changes as one is growing up. This article…

Children's health 03 Nov 2022

Guide to Speech Disorders and Speech Therapy for Kids

Communication is one of life’s most fundamental skills. Children who are able to express themselves and are confident in communicating have great chances of academic excellence and greater social progress. They can express their needs, emotions, and thoughts and it get them well acquainted with the world around…

Children's health 02 Oct 2022

Guide to Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Children

Obstructive sleep apnoea is a condition marked by brief pauses in breathing patterns during sleep. Its most common causes are tonsillitis and adenoiditis, which obstruct the airway and make it difficult to breathe while sleeping. The most common age group…

Children's health 02 Oct 2022

Understanding Childhood Obesity as a Parent

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has identified childhood obesity as “one of the most serious public health challenges of the 21st century.” As per the global findings of the WHO in 2016, it was observed that 41 million children under 5 years of age are obese. For children…

Children's health 02 Oct 2022

Toddler constipation: Understand the signs, and how your doctor can help

Toddlers are, by nature, temperamental and finicky. Their moods and wants can change on a dime. Even going to the bathroom can present a challenge at times. Some toddlers have a set bathroom schedule with regular bowel movements. On the other hand, some can go two…

Children's health 30 Sep 2022

Is it a cold, or flu, or an infection? Guide to fevers in children

All kids get a fever from time to time. A fever is not something harmful in itself, and often indicates that the body warmed up to fight an infection. Parents are sometimes confused about what adequate measures should be taken when they find their child uneasy at midnight,…