Browsing: Children’s Health

Bilirubin is a pigment that plays a crucial role in the body’s metabolic processes. It is formed during the breakdown of red blood cells and is responsible for the yellowish colour of bile and bruises. 

Kawasaki Disease, a mysterious and potentially fatal illness affecting children, is raising alarm bells in Asia. It’s characterised by inflammation in blood vessels throughout the body.

Neuroblastoma is a complex childhood cancer that demands our attention. This article provides a detailed exploration of neuroblastoma, including its origins, symptoms, diagnostic procedures, treatment methods, and prognosis.

Teething is a normal and natural part of a baby’s development. It can be a testing time for both the baby and the parent. Starting as early as three months or as late as one year, this process, though essential, can cause discomfort for your baby.

At Karachi’s Sindh Institute of Child Health and Neonatology, eight-month-old Manahil Zeeshan fights a high fever, severe cough and breathlessness. …

Polio, also known as poliomyelitis, is a highly infectious viral disease that primarily affects young children. Once a widespread and feared illness, polio has been largely eliminated in most parts of the world, thanks to extensive vaccination efforts. This article will explore the history, causes, symptoms, and treatments for polio, as well as the ongoing global efforts to eradicate the disease.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of the Philippines has issued a public warning against purchasing and using unauthorized “lato-lato” toys. These toys, enjoying a resurgence in popularity in countries like Indonesia and the Philippines, may present potential health hazards due to their lack of certification.

Singapore is embarking on a major initiative aimed at fostering healthier eating habits from an early age. In a push to reshape the dietary landscape, a new set of guidelines has been unveiled, intended to ensure that school meals are not only nutritious but also appropriately portioned. 

Recent studies in Asia have found that Adenovirus infections are escalating among children. This often manifests as flu symptoms along with conjunctivitis and high fever. A study found an outbreak in India, while doctors in Singapore stated that they have seen more such cases in the past year. This uptick referred to as the ‘post-pandemic effect’, aligns with a surge in other respiratory infections.

Stunting, a condition where a child’s growth and development are hampered due to malnutrition, is a significant public health problem in Indonesia. It is a severe form of malnutrition, which can lead to poor health outcomes and cognitive impairment.