Children's Health

Toilet Training
Children's health 12 Oct 2010

Toilet Training

Going to the bathroom is something we all do every day. At some point, though, we need to learn about it. Dr Joe Kosterich talks…
Eczema (Dermatitis)
Children's health 12 Oct 2010

Eczema (Dermatitis)

Eczema is an allergic skin condition or dermatitis characterised by skin inflammation. It produces an itchy red rash. Currently there is no cure for eczema.
Imbalanced diet and inadequate exercise may underlie asthma in children
Children's health 28 Sep 2010

Imbalanced diet and inadequate exercise may underlie asthma in children

Even children of a healthy weight who have an imbalanced metabolism due to poor diet or exercise may be at increased risk of asthma, according to new research, which challenges the widespread assumption that obesity itself is a risk factor for asthma. "Our research showed that early abnormalities in lipid…
Television and Childhood
Children's health 28 Sep 2010

Television and Childhood

In an increasingly screen-based society, the potential harmful effects of television on lifestyle and behaviour in infants and children of all ages need to be carefully…
Vernal keratoconjunctivitis (VKC)
Children's health 03 Aug 2010

Vernal keratoconjunctivitis (VKC)

Vernal keratoconjunctivitis is a type of allergic conjunctivitis that usually affects both eyes, causing discomfort, imflammation and red eyes.
Plastic Surgery: Consultation and Procedure
Children's health 26 Jul 2010

Plastic Surgery: Consultation and Procedure

Plastic surgery involves not just a single operation, but also numerous consultations with medical professionals to make decisions about and plan the surgery.
Benefits and Risks of Exercise During Pregnancy
Children's health 11 Jul 2010

Benefits and Risks of Exercise During Pregnancy

All women who exercise while pregnant should seek advice from their doctor to ensure they are not over doing it or engaging in specific activities…
Caffeine consumption in children and teens
Children's health 08 Jul 2010

Caffeine consumption in children and teens

Caffeine is the only psychoactive drug (drug which affects the mind or mood) that is legally available to children and adolescents. While consumption in moderation…
What is Caffeine?
Children's health 06 Jul 2010

What is Caffeine?

Caffeine is a natural substance found in more than 60 plant species including tea leaves, coffee beans, guarana and cocoa seeds. It belongs to a…