Remember miracle baby Brandon Grant? This is how he’s doing now.
After being born two months prem, losing 90% of his small intestine to infection and spending his first nine months in hospital, miracle baby Brandon is now a toddler – although for him, normal life looks a little different.
When puppy fat becomes dangerous [INFOGRAPHIC]
Is it puppy fat, or is it time to start worrying about your child’s weight?
The essential screenings every family needs to have annually [INFOGRAPHIC]
With strict Covid-19 procedures at all Mediclinic hospitals, you can safely schedule these crucial health screenings for the whole family in 2021.
What are grommets?
Children who suffer from repeated middle ear infections may benefit from having grommets inserted into their eardrum during a simple procedure.
Hearing loss in children – a diverse entity
Hearing loss in a child is always cumbersome and could be the result of various medical and para-medical conditions. Some of these presents at birth, whilst others manifest at a later stage.
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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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To prevent harmful bacteria being absorbed by mattresses we use protective under sheets made from polypropylene.
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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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Mediclinic uses building materials that reduce background noise for minimal disturbance.
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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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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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A jumping rope uses almost every muscle in the entire body during exercise.
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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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We monitor the temperature of our neonatal units as newborn babies are extremely sensitive to temperature change.
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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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Get up to date with your child’s vaccinations
Now that the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic is behind us, there’s no need to delay visits to your paediatrician for your child’s essential vaccinations.
Having a baby during lockdown
Having a baby should be a positive experience, even during a pandemic. Discover how Mediclinic ensures you – and your newborn – stay safe. Cape Town mom Roxy Cullinan
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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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Most nursing units have windows overlooking gardens to promote healing.
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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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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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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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We monitor the temperature of our neonatal units as newborn babies are extremely sensitive to temperature change.
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To prevent harmful bacteria being absorbed by mattresses we use protective under sheets made from polypropylene.
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To ensure sterility, our surgical instruments are twice wrapped in sterile fabric.
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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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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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Feed your child’s immune system
As schools prepare to go back to school across South Africa amid the COVID-19 pandemic, a Mediclinic dietician suggests ways to build and support your child’s immune system.
How to manage your child’s COVID-19 anxiety
Children may struggle to communicate how they feel during an ongoing health crisis. Here’s how to recognise signs that they’re anxious and best support them.
Help your kids get used to wearing face masks
How to help your children understand, wear, take off and take care of their cloth masks.
Keeping kids safe and sane during lockdown
A few ways to keep kids entertained during the COVID-19 pandemic without having to leave the house.
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