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> Children and Vomiting
Vomiting in children is common and usually is not cause for concern if it occurs infrequently. It is important to give enough fluids and lots of tender loving care until your child's stomach settles down.
> Rotavirus Infection in Children
Rotavirus is a germ that infects the small intestines. Rotavirus infection often occurs in the winter months. It is very common, and is the leading cause of diarrhea in children. It is also very contagious. Only a few tiny germs are needed to pass on the infection. Most rotavirus infections are not serious and last only a few days. But they put children at risk for dehydration, a loss of water from the body.
> Diarrhea and Vomiting
Vomiting and diarrhea are two of the most common reasons parents bring their children to a hospital Emergency Room.
> Motion sickness: how to help your child
The car is packed and you’re ready to embark on a great family adventure. As you see the city buildings getting smaller in your rear-view mirror, the stress ebbs away. Then you hear the dreaded words, “my tummy doesn’t feel well”.
> Preventing Heat Stroke in Children
Prevention for heat stroke in children is important when the temperature rises in the summer months. As a parent, there are many things you can do to help keep your kids happy and healthy, even during a heat wave.
> Surviving Your Little One’s First Flight
Every parent wants to know the magical formula for ensuring the child has a great first flight. While there is no sure-fire way to eliminate any crying whatsoever, here are some tips and tricks to get you from takeoff to landing.
> Keeping stomach flu at a healthy distance
If there’s one visitor nobody wants around during the holidays, it’s gastroenteritis a.k.a. ‘the stomach flu’.