Hand, foot and mouth disease
Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common childhood illness that is caused by a viral infection. The most
Polio: symptoms, causes and treatment
What is polio? Polio (which is short for poliomyelitis) is an infectious disease that can cause permanent muscle weakness, paralysis,
Immunising your child
Why should I immunise my child? Being immunised (vaccinated) protects your child against catching childhood diseases and other contagious conditions.
Shingles self-care
General Information See Your Pharmacist or Medical Professional Treatment Tips Treatment Options More Information General Information Shingles is a painful
Chickenpox
Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease that’s caused by infection with the varicella zoster virus. Most children with chickenpox develop
Diabetes: tips for children
Diabetes is a chronic (ongoing) condition characterised by high blood sugar levels due to the body’s inability to produce or
Measles: what you need to know
Measles is a very infectious and potentially serious illness that is caused by a type of virus called paramyxovirus. It
Good motor skills the key to fit kids
Children’s physical activity levels have declined over the past few decades, often in lieu of increased time spent in front
Juvenile chronic arthritis
Juvenile chronic arthritis or juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is long-term joint inflammation (arthritis) in children. It is not one condition,
Special diets for autism lack evidence
In children with autism, a variety of gastrointestinal problems and associated symptoms are often reported, which has led to the