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Important Vaccines For Infants and When to Receive Them

August 4, 2020July 29, 2020 Rnfrancis

There are important vaccines for infants that must not be missed. Generally, immunization is an act of securing one’s immune system. It is also a way of protecting oneself against serious diseases. Both adults and infants can benefit from immunization. Routine child immunization is usually from age 0-1 year. Hence, every child should receive immunization at the right time. It is popularly said that prevention is better than cure. Do you know that the best way to secure your child’s immunity is by vaccinating them at their due dates? In…

7 Reasons Why Mothers should Exclusively Breastfeed Their Baby?

July 18, 2020July 24, 2020 Rnfrancis

There are several health reasons why mothers should practise exclusive breastfeeding. Breastfeeding refers to the process of feeding a baby with breast milk from the mother. There is a proper way to go about breastfeeding babies and mothers need to be enlightened about the process. After delivery, the first thing your doctor or midwife would usually do is endeavor to place the baby on your breast. This has many benefits especially when done within the first hour after delivery. In this article, we will take a look at the subject…

How to Tackle Emotional Stress in Children

February 27, 2020February 27, 2020 Dami Hassan

Stress may be a response to a negative change in a child’s life. In small amounts, stress can be good. But, excessive stress can affect the way a child thinks, acts, and feels. Children learn how to respond to stress as they grow and develop. Many stressful events that an adult can manage will cause stress in a child. As a result, even small changes can impact a child’s feelings of safety and security. Pain, injury, illness, and other changes are stressors for children. Here are some facts: Stress causes…

Dealing With Spina Bifida in Children

February 6, 2020February 6, 2020 Levine Dalacious

Doctors aren’t certain what causes spina bifida. As with many other problems, it appears to result from lack of folic acid (a type of vitamin B) in the mother’s body or a combination of genetic and environmental risk factors

NEONATAL JAUNDICE : Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

November 14, 2019November 14, 2019 Zikora Okeke, MD.

Neonatal jaundice is majorly caused by an increase in bilirubin production due to an increase in the breakdown of the fetal erythrocyte (haemolysis).

Coping With Preterm Delivery and Premature Babies

November 4, 2019November 12, 2019 Dami Hassan

On a general note, doctors define premature babies as being born alive before 37 weeks of pregnancy are completed. There are however, 3 sub-categories of preterm birth, based on gestational age

Identifying Epilepsy In Children

October 16, 2019October 14, 2019 Elma Kyei

Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by unprovoked seizures which are due to a general increase in neuronal hyperexcitability.

Sexual Abuse in Children – risk factors and how to detect it

July 17, 2019September 11, 2019 Elma Kyei

Child sexual abuse has become a major issue of public interest worldwide. It can take place in a variety of settings. Many of the cases of sexual abuse in children usually occurs in the homes of the children. Furthermore, it can also take place in schools, or work, where child labor is common. Most noteworthy, child marriage is known as one of the main forms of child sexual abuse. There are other different types of child sexual abuse and a few include: Engaging in sexual activities with a child. Indecent…

Dangers of Rubella in Pregnancy

July 22, 2019September 11, 2019 Levine Dalacious

Rubella is very rare in pregnancy. But if you get it when you’re pregnant, rubella could harm your baby.

Acute Flaccid Paralysis: Causes and Treatment

August 29, 2019September 11, 2019 EWOH, JOSEPH

Acute flaccid paralysis (AFP) is a lower motor neuron lesion. It is defined as a sudden onset of paralysis or weakness in any part of the body of a child below 15 years of age