Three things you should know about rotavirus
Rotavirus is highly contagious and a common cause of infectious diarrhoea in developing countries. Since children younger than three are most affected, a Mediclinic paediatrician sheds light on the condition.
Choosing a safe car seat
We look at the safest car seats for your baby or child, from rear-facing to reclining options and include information on installation options like ISOFIX.
First 7 days with baby [infographic]
This infographic gives pregnant couples an idea of what to expect for their first 7 days with a new baby.
Tips towards raising a secure child
For healthy eyes, we feed our children carrots. For strength, we sneak spinach into their dinners. But what soul food do we serve up for confidence?
Common myths about breastfeeding – and the facts
A lactation consultant says most moms can breastfeed successfully – but some persistent myths have convinced many new mothers otherwise.
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We found a practical solution to a shortage of theatre nurses by becoming a registered teaching institution.
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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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Most nursing units have windows overlooking gardens to promote healing.
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An orange has over 170 different phytonutrients and more than 60 flavonoids, providing anti-inflammatory, anti-tumour and blood clot-inhibiting effects.
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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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You get 20% of the water your body needs from eating fruit and vegetables.
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A baby has a 70% better chance of surviving a motor vehicle accident if in a secure car seat and properly restrained.
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Our nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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Our 24-hour emergency centres feature state-of-the-art life-saving equipment.
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The only one in Africa and one of only 13 in the world, the P-I BrÅnemark Institute of Excellence at Mediclinic Morningside, specialises in facial reconstruction.
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Peanut allergies in children
Generally, children younger than five years old should steer clear of nuts because they pose a choking hazard, but nuts – and peanuts in particular – can pose a real danger for those with allergies, especially when ingested unknowingly as pastes, butters or oils concealed in other foods.
How to treat common bites and stings
Bees, wasps, scorpions, hornets and spiders can pose a risk, particularly to young children. Here’s what you need to know about common bites and stings.
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Our hospitals did the first minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve implant procedure in Africa.
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Our expert breastfeeding advice is based on the principles of the United Nations Children’s Fund and the World Health Organisation.
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Some of our hospitals have operating tables that can support patients of up to 370kg in weight and 2.2m in height.
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Our nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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Our world-class neonatal units feature high frequency oscillatory ventilators to minimise lung trauma in premature babies.
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Trauma patients with a critically low temperature will often be wrapped in a space blanket to reduce heat loss.
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A baby weighing 390g survived thanks to the expertise of Mediclinic’s highly qualified paediatric staff and specialists.
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Mediclinic is one of the three leading private hospital groups in Southern Africa and the sixth largest private healthcare group in the world.
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We monitor the temperature of our neonatal units as newborn babies are extremely sensitive to temperature change.
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Our 24-hour emergency centres feature state-of-the-art life-saving equipment.
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Ear infections and antibiotics
We speak to a GP about the causes and treatment of ear infections in children – and when antibiotics are necessary.
What parents of preemies need to know
Once a mother gives birth to a premature baby, the ensuing weeks or months can be incredibly draining. We speak to the multidisciplinary team at Mediclinic Medforum about how they support parents and optimise the in-hospital care their preemies receive.
Mediclinic Medforum marks World Prematurity Day
As Mediclinic Medforum in Pretoria marks World Prematurity Day, we speak to the hospital’s multidisciplinary team about premature birth and the many misconceptions surrounding it.
Four signs your baby could have colic
A Mediclinic paediatrician explains how you can tell if your baby has colic, or whether there could be another underlying concern.
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