Flu Vaccine Shortage – Who should get priority?
We are currently in the midst of a flu epidemic in Mumbai and India with thousands of cases and more than 1400 deaths! And this is the time, that we have a severe vaccine shortage! Talk about a double whammy!
Proteins and the Indian Diet
A good majority of Indians are vegetarians though not many are true [simple_tooltip style=’background:blue;color:white;’ content=’Those who choose not to eat animal products of any kind, including animal
Keeping Children Safe In Parked Cars
The headlines practically screamed at me! What a waste of precious life! All because we cannot take necessary precautions? It immediately brought back memories of another headline just a few months back
Intestinal Worm Infestations and Malnutrition – a vicious cycle!
Worms cause malnutrition and malnutrition allows further infestation
It is highly recommended that you give medicine to your child at least once
All Sweetened Beverages Including Milk up the risk of Diabetes
Consumption of soft drinks, sweetened-milk beverages and energy from total sweet beverages was associated with higher type 2 diabetes risk independently
Upper respiratory Infections In Children – Should I use an OTC product for symptom relief?
OTC – Over the counter. The medications you purchase from the chemists are mostly available with a doctor’s prescription; some are available over the counter without a
Doctor it is so hot!! Can I put the AC on for my infant?
Boy! Is it hot in Mumbai! As I write this, the temperature is a not too bad 33° C but
Chickenpox
Summer is here and so is chickenpox. Chicken pox is rampant in our country in summer. It is such a sad sight to see children and adolescents suffer from this nasty, itchy and disfiguring disease!
How to check the temperature of your child?
Think your child’s body feels warm? Please measure your child’s body temperature immediately! How to do it?
When should your child not go to school and stay at home?
This is a question that vexes parents. We are all mostly aware that we should keep sick children home, both for their safety, as well as of other children. Yet, are there are any objective criteria?