What are the leading childhood sicknesses? >
Common illnesses in children include colds, flu, ear infections, stomach bugs (gastroenteritis), hand-foot-and-mouth disease, chickenpox, most are viral and can be managed at home with fluids and rest.
When should I take my child to the doctor for a sickness? >
When your child has a fever over 100 in an infant three months or younger (except for ear infections), fever (especially in infants), difficulty breathing, severe or persistent vomiting/diarrhea with dehydration (signs include dry mouth and a very dry diaper), unresponsiveness, any suspicious looking rashes or anything you think is odd.
How can I stop my child from catching so many illnesses? >
Frequent and proper handwashing, make sure he/she is up-to-date with immunizations, re-evaluate the eating/ sleep hygiene, and avoid situations with sick people when you can.
What are the signs of a serious rash in children? >
A face that does not fade when you apply pressure (non-blanching rash) could be a sign of something serious, such as meningitis, and you should get this evaluated immediately by a doctor.
How to differentiate between cold and the flu in my child? >
Colds generally are milder than the flu, with rhinorrhea (runny nose) and cough being a predominant symptom, while high fever, chills, and extensive body discomfort are typically absent in colds.
