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Your Health

May 19

Hot And Cold Compress: What To Use So Injury Wouldn't Get Worse

Hot compress soothes joints and relaxes muscles. Cold compress numbs the pain.

During a global health pandemic, going to the emergency room is one of the last things you'd want to do unless you absolutely need to. You'd feel better and so much more at ease if you can treat a simple ache or
Inspiration

November 19

Cop Saves Unresponsive Baby During Traffic Stop

Bless you, officer!

A sheriff’s deputy in Summerville, South Carolina, was credited with saving the life of a 12-day-old baby on June 11 during a routine traffic stop.According to the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy W. Kimbro stopped a car for speeding when the driver
Baby

July 8

Choking in Babies: Causes, Symptoms, First Aid, and Prevention

A baby who is choking will be unable to cry, cough, make any noise, or breathe.

Apart from crying, babies have no way of letting their parents know about any aches or pains they may be feeling. That is why choking in babies is especially scary — according to the British Red Cross, a baby who is choking
Your Kid’s Health

May 31

Child Swallowed Coin, Toys, and Button Battery — What to Do

Plus, what to do when your child accidentally swallows a foreign object.

Toddlers are natural explorers. They’re always putting things in their mouths, and while parents try their best to be vigilant, accidents can and do happen. According to a recent report published in the journal Pediatrics, the rate of foreign-body ingestions among children
Your Kid’s Health

May 1

First Aid for Kids for Jellyfish Stings, Drowning and Heat Stroke

Keep these safety tips in mind when traveling or while on vacation.

Tons of fun in the sun and freedom from school define summer for a child. But when you’re spending time outdoors on vacation, it’s crucial for parents to know what to do in case of an emergency, including basic first aid for
Your Kid’s Health

November 27

Probiotics for Kids Is Not Treatment for Stomach Flu

A new study finds probiotics an ineffective form of treatment for gastroenteritis.

If you turn to probiotic drinks or yogurt for your child's “stomach flu,” a recent study shows it doesn't really do much to relieve his condition.Researchers studied 971 children 3 months to 4 years old who went to the emergency room with symptoms of
Your Kid’s Health

November 6

Always Pack Your Child's First-Aid Kit in Your Carry-On Bag

It's always best to be over-prepared when you are traveling with kids.

It was supposed to be a normal four-hour flight from Manila to Singapore for Clarissa dela Paz, 36, and her two kids, Alessi, 3, and Basti, 1. But it turned out to be the longest, most nerve-racking experience of her life when
Your Kid’s Health

October 3

Concussion Symptoms Child Head Injury CDC Checklist

After your child bumps or hits his head on a hard surface, observe, observe, observe.

Head injuries in children should not be so easily dismissed — even seemingly minor ones. It's a message the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the U.S. is taking seriously. It has released guidelines that specifically focuses on diagnosing and
Your Kid’s Health

August 2

7-Year-Old Dies of Jellyfish Sting in PH Waters: The First Aid Every Parent Needs to Know

Your first aid kit should also include this household item.

Back in August 2018, tragedy struck a family while on vacation in Caramoan. A 7-year-old girl passed away shortly after being stung by a jellyfish in the shallow waters of a beach in Sabitang Laya island. Beaches are abundant in the Philippines, and the
Your Kid’s Health

June 7

Try the 'Mother's Kiss' When an Object Is Stuck in Your Child's Nose

Don't panic. Try this method shared by a doctor.

With no help from the parents, kids somehow become circus performers by the time they reach the age of 2. They're climbing everywhere and using the toilet bowl (or their mouths!) as a basketball ring. And there is that stage where toddlers
Your Kid’s Health

May 29

How to Perform CPR on a Baby and on a Child: A First Aid Guide

Pediatricians are encouraging you (and your child) to learn CPR

Someone who’s had a cardiac arrest will suddenly collapse on the floor, stop breathing and have no pulse. And cardiac arrests do happen to children, not just grown-ups. So, in its recently released guidelines, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is encouraging
Travel

May 6

Prone to Hilo on Long Trips? These 6 Products Can Help

Always have one in your bag!

It's the season to travel again, and traveling, per se, is great. What’s not great is when you get car-, sea-, or airsick and you already feel like vomiting 30 minutes into a three-hour-long trip. This is why it’s important to pack
Your Kid’s Health

April 30

Every Parent Must Learn These 3 First Aid Techniques for Her Child

It's vital info for every mom and dad, which spells the difference between life and death

Would you know how to save a choking child? Your answer to this could be a matter of life and death. Situations that require emergency first aid could come at any moment and being prepared is key. The videos below tell you what
Your Kid’s Health

September 14

Sugat, Bukol, and More: First Aid for Child Injuries at Home

Know how to handle sugat, puwing, nosebleeds, and more at home.

Children get into all sorts of mischief. With all the exploring, it's unavoidable they get a few cuts and bruises along the way. Know how to deal with home injuries and when you need to worry with our guidelines below. 1. CutsA
Your Kid’s Health

August 8

5 Warning Signs Your Child Needs Emergency Medical Care

Take note of these symptoms and take swift action when you spot them in your child.

Bumps to the head, falling from a height, broken bones, and loss of conciousness are just a few of the situations when you know that your child needs immediate medical care. Some symptoms and cases, however, are more subtle and can go
Your Health

May 22

3 Vital Steps When You Do First Aid on Choking Preggos and Babies

The first step will sound silly, but it is vital, says our first aid expert.

This is second of two parts. For the first part, our expert tackled how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). We highly recommend training to perform these first aid techniques. Choking is an emergency situation that requires immediate first aid. There are two
Your Health

May 18

Learn These Vital CPR Techniques for Babies and Pregnant Women

A first-aid instructor and former emergency responder shares the basics parents need to know.

This is one of two parts. For the next one, our expert tackles first aid for choking. To help you keep calm during an emergency situation, emergency responders talk about the golden period: zero to six minutes. From zero to four minutes, the
Your Kid’s Health

May 4

Sugat at Peklat 101: Doctors Clarify Use of Bandage and Alcohol in Kids

Plus, kailangan ba pahanginan ang sugat para gumaling?

‘Di maiiwasan -- kids will get cuts and wounds. It’s all part of childhood and growing up. But every wound has a risk of infection because bacteria naturally lives on the skin. When that bacteria gets inside the wound, it causes an
Your Kid’s Health

March 12

You've Never Seen a Thermometer Like This Before, Mom

Plus, an app that teaches basic first aid technique conceptualized by an Atenean

Technology is advancing fast, and one of the many benefits it gives us is the added safety net in many areas of our lives. Pertaining to kids’ health in particular, these two news apps will alert you of an emergency and guide
Your Kid’s Health

October 7

This Is the Most Effective First-Aid Treatment Against Rabies

Once rabies develops, it is almost always fatal. Once a member of your family is bitten by a dog, this quick action can be life-saving.

When it comes to dog bites, quick action is crucial: wash the bitten area, disinfect with alcohol or antiseptic, and immediately consult a doctor. There should be no hesitation nor should you wait and wonder whether or not the bite will lead

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