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Your Kid’s Health

July 19

Dengue Fever: Coconut Oil Does Not Prevent or Cure It

Experts debunk claims about coconut oil that are circulating on social media.

For the first time in Philippine history, the Department of Health (DOH) placed the country on national alert due to the rapidly increasing number of dengue cases. Public awareness about the signs and symptoms of dengue fever and prevention is now being implemented
Baby

May 27

Group B Streptococcus Infection in 6-Week-Old Filipino Baby

The baby had meningitis, sepsis, and pneumonia.

Patty Torres Igot, 34, had rushed her 6-week-old son, Manu, to the emergency room in late March 2019 after his temperature spiked to 39.4°C. Doctors were quick to diagnose he had the flu.“[Manu] didn’t exhibit any symptoms before his temperature just literally shot up.
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

December 19

Divisoria Most Dangerous Toys 2018

The market is flooded with cheap and unregistered toys. Be careful!

Christmas is a wonderful time for fulfilling your children’s dream toy list, but it still pays to be extra careful when buying toys for your kids. A new report by EcoWaste Coalition, a local non-profit organization, cite fidget spinners as this year’s
Your Kid’s Health

November 29

Measles Outbreak Philippines - Symptoms and Treatment

The vaccine for measles also protects your child against mumps and rubella.

The number of measles cases in 2018 alone is alarming, and we are pleading with parents to please vaccinate your child.Data from the National Epidemiology Center (NEC) of the Department of Health (DOH) shows 17,298 reported measles cases have been reported in
Your Kid’s Health

April 20

Dengue Vaccine Sold By Watsons Must Be Administered at Its Stores

We clarified a few details with Watsons including where and how you can get your shots.

Medical science had a significant milestone late in 2015 when the world's first-ever dengue vaccine was approved for human use. It took almost two decades of research to formulate Dengxavia, the dengue vaccine manufactured by French pharmaceutical company, Sanofi Pasteur.When the vaccine was
Your Kid’s Health

April 4

Best Head Lice Treatment Method

It's kuto season! What you need to know and how to deal with these pesky bugs.

In the Philippines, the problem of head lice is most common in children 4 to 14 years old, according to the Philippine Council for Health and Research Development. Lice are already annoying and stubborn enough. But they also carry the stigma that
Your Kid’s Health

April 4

Kailangan Ba Pagpawisan? How to Safely Manage Your Child's Fever

A pediatrician's guide on fever management plus the warning signs that he needs to see a doctor.

A child with a fever can be a scary experience for first-time parents. So we asked pediatrician and infectious disease specialist Dr. Carmina Arriola-Delos Reyes how we can prepare and what we need to keep in mind. We’ve compiled her important points: Fever is
Your Kid’s Health

January 10

Give Peanut-Based Food to Babies Early to Prevent Allergies

Health experts used to advise parents to delay giving peanut-containing food to their baby well after his third birthday. New guidelines now recommend doing at an even younger age.

A peanut allergy attack usually means difficulty breathing, and it can be life-threatening in severe cases. There is currently no cure for peanut allergy, so it requires vigilance from those who suffer. They need to constantly check food labels or have to
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August 18

12 Proposed Laws That Will Greatly Benefit Pinoy Parents and Kids

We appeal to Filipino lawmakers to put an “urgent” tag on these bills.

This article has been updated on August 19, 2016 to include the newly proposed Junior Citizens Act.With Rodrigo Duterte now in Malacañang, the changing of the guard is now in full effect, most evident in the bills out lawmakers have proposed or
Your Kid’s Health

August 10

Just 20 Minutes of Exercise 3 Times a Week Can Make Your Child Healthier

Exercise doesn't just mean jumping jacks or sit ups. It's also running, kicking and even passing basketballs.

Here’s good news for parents of kids whose noses are seemingly glued to screens: Recent research shows that even just 20 minutes of exercise three times a week will go a long way to make your child healthier--including reduce body fat.Researchers, led
Your Kid’s Health

August 3

Here's How Much Popcorn, Chocolate and Fries Your 1- to 4-Year-Old Can Eat

A new survey says a lot of parents are still giving toddlers and preschoolers adult portion sizes.

When babies starts eating solids, it's exciting because more often than not, your little one takes in anything you offer them. It's a different story when they’re old enough, become picky, and insist on choosing what to eat. We end up worrying
Your Kid’s Health

July 28

Why You Should Not Use Anti-Allergy Meds To Help Toddlers Sleep

It is dangerous because, for one, it's easy to give your baby the wrong dosage.

We've all heard about how a doctor-prescribed dose of anti-allergy medicine can help kids calm down and sleep better especially on plane rides. But, perhaps like most of you, we always think twice about it especially after we heard about these tragedies.On
Your Kid’s Health

April 26

Circumcision: What You Need to Know

Help your child prepare by getting to know the procedure.

Photo from mom.meTo tuli or not to tuli? It is a question that can leave many of us confused and uncertain about the entire procedure. Is it really necessary? When is the right time? How will it affect your child’s “manhood” as he
Big Kids

September 22

Read and Ride: Biking For Better Brains and Health

This program hits two birds in one stone—getting active while promoting reading.

Photo from Read and RideThe rising number of obesity in children and the decreasing interest in reading—a valuable life-skill—has been alarming. There are a number of culprits: not-so-healthy food advertisements geared towards children, longer time spent on screens such as the TV,
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October 2

Give your Kids Everyday Protection with GNC Multivitamins

GNC offers a wide selection of expertly-formulated vitamins to meet the needs of every child.

For parents, making sure their kids stay healthy takes top priority, and keeping them properly nourished through good diet and adequate vitamin intake is a good start. Count on leading health expert GNC, a trusted brand in multivitamins and a global provider
Food

August 17

5 Top Toddler Nutrition Musts: Child’s Eating Habit Guidelines

If you must remember only five things about what to serve your child, read on and discover what they are.

If you had a rule of thumb for feeding your toddler, what would it be? Read up below and see some top toddler nutrition musts. Check out the image gallery below.Photography by Ocs AlvarezSource:[gallery]230[gallery]
Preschooler

November 28

7 Strategies To Keep Your Preschooler Tummy Ache Free This Holiday Season

Dr. Rosanne Sugay shares some holiday health tips for your little one and three things to help him if he does overeat and end up with a tummy ache.
Baby

November 26

My 3 month old baby has halak. What should I do?

Halak, or “gurgly” chest, is a common phenomenon among infants. Dr. Minette Reyes-Bautista takes us through what to do about it.

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