Atishoo! Does my child have a cold or flu?
Although a cold and the flu share similar symptoms – and are both caused by viruses – they are two different conditions.
Potty training 101
When is a good time to start? Can you help? Here’s how to make potty training as pain-free as possible.
Smoking. Drinking. Drugs. Help your child avoid the traps.
No parent wants their child to head down the slippery slope of nicotine, alcohol and/or drug addiction. A Mediclinic psychologist offers input and insight on how to help your teen negotiate these pitfalls.
Understanding eczema
Although there are different types of eczema, atopic eczema (sometimes called infantile or childhood eczema) is the most common form. Although it can affect people of all ages, children are most susceptible.
Understanding your child’s fine motor skills
Each child is unique and develops at a different rate. However, there are certain fine motor skill milestones that need to be reached to ensure your child’s healthy development.
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A jumping rope uses almost every muscle in the entire body during exercise.
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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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Mediclinic uses building materials that reduce background noise for minimal disturbance.
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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 nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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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 use a yacht-mast design for our cabling and keep it safely wound up in our trauma pedestals to avoid any accidents.
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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 hospitals did the first minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve implant procedure in Africa.
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We install alcohol rub dispensers at our facilities to prevent the spread of pathogens.
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Why boundaries are important for your child’s self-esteem
While it’s often tempting to give in to your child’s demands, an educational psychologist explains why clear boundaries will serve them better in the long run.
How to succeed in school
Why is it important to encourage your child to get involved at school? No one said school is easy. Away from home, away from mom and dad, in an unfamiliar place surrounded by strange faces – this can be a scary thought for any young child. But in this environment, outside of their comfort zone, children learn like nowhere else.
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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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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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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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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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We use a yacht-mast design for our cabling and keep it safely wound up in our trauma pedestals to avoid any accidents.
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Mediclinic trains more than a thousand nurses annually at training centres throughout Southern Africa.
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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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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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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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To prevent harmful bacteria being absorbed by mattresses we use protective under sheets made from polypropylene.
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Sugar and your child
As a parent, you already know excess sugar is bad for your kid’s teeth. But did you know it can cause inflammation and other conditions too?
How to reconnect as new parents
When baby arrives, everything changes. Here’s how to adjust to your new normal.
Why routine is important for your child’s development
You might not have time to paint or build a puzzle with your child every day, but you do have time to ensure they brush their teeth. These routine activities are the perfect way to help your child feel a sense of accomplishment – and will benefit them in other ways in the long run.
Inside the NICU
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a specialised space designed to keep your preterm baby safe, warm and well fed under expert care.
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