What was that? The impact of hearing loss
Hearing loss can affect anyone, young or old.
A remarkable patient, a determined doctor
Angelique Schroder, born with symbrachydactyly, is living proof that where there is a will, there is a way.
Step by Step: Treating clubfoot with the Ponseti Method
A growing number of orthopaedic specialists are using a new form of treatment to help children who are born with clubfoot.
Effective discipline tactics for toddlers, tweens and teens
Here’s a few strategies to help you implement effective discipline for toddlers, tweens and teens.
Self-care checklist to help kids prioritise personal hygiene [infographic]
How much sleep did you get? Have you brushed your teeth? What are your exercise plans for today? These are all common questions parents have to ask their kids, everyday. Mediclinic’s useful self-care checklist for kids encourages healthy habits in your growing child.
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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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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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Our hospitals have been awarded international accreditation for best practice in the management of environmental systems and practices.
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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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Our hospitals did the first minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve implant procedure in Africa.
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Nurses can observe patients at all times as critical care units are designed like a beehive with the nurses’ station in the middle.
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We use the internationally recognised Oxford Vermont Network to keep our neonatal critical care units at the forefront of paediatric medicine.
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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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Scrub areas in theatre are a minimum of 2.1m wide to accommodate at least two people at a time.
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Our radio-translucent theatre beds enable X-rays to be taken on the spot, without having to move the patient or disturb the procedure.
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All about lice and lice infestations [infographic]
A lice infestation is a major health concern. Here’s Mediclinic’s medical advice all about lice. How to prepare yourself for avoiding, spotting and treating lice on your child.
Does my child have worms? [infographic]
Threadworms, roundworms, tapeworms, hookworms. Children are prone to so many different forms of worms, some dangerous, others not. Here, we take a microscopic view.
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Our hospitals are designed to minimise ambient noise to promote sleeping and the healing process.
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To make the most of every second, we strive to synchronise all our clocks in the hospital.
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A jumping rope uses almost every muscle in the entire body during exercise.
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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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We install alcohol rub dispensers at our facilities to prevent the spread of pathogens.
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Our nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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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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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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You get 20% of the water your body needs from eating fruit and vegetables.
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The triage admission system in our emergency centres has been able to reduce mortality by up to 50%.
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Effective management and treatment for ADHD
Experts say that effective management and treatment for ADHD depends on the correct diagnosis – and that early diagnosis is key.
Six types of play
Playtime for under-fives isn’t just about fun. The six different types of play help your child learn essential skills in their early years.
Embracing autism
Studies show that many people see autism as a learning or intellectual disability. However, autism spectrum disorder makes children uniquely, wonderfully different.
The effects of screen time on ADHD
Excessive screen time can have a serious impact on the health of any child. But can it exacerbate, or even cause, symptoms of ADHD?
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