WORLD MENINGITIS DAY Protecting Children Through Awareness and Early Action World Meningitis Day raises awareness of meningitis, a serious disease involving inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It can affect people of all ages, including babies and children, and may progress rapidly. Warning Signs Parents Should Know In babies, signs may…
ADHD Awareness Month ADHD Awareness Month is observed every October to raise awareness about Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), a neurodevelopmental condition that can affect a child’s attention, impulse control, and activity levels. ADHD is not simply bad behaviour or a lack of discipline. Children with ADHD may have difficulty staying focused, sitting still, following instructions, organising…
WORLD RABIES DAY Prevent Rabies. Protect Every Child. World Rabies Day, observed every September 28, raises awareness about rabies prevention and the importance of prompt action after exposure. Rabies is a serious viral disease that affects the brain and nervous system and is almost always fatal once symptoms develop. However, rabies is preventable with timely…
WORLD LUNG DAY Protecting Little Lungs, Building Healthier Futures World Lung Day, observed every September 25, is an opportunity to raise awareness about lung health and the importance of protecting our lungs from conditions that can affect breathing and overall wellbeing. Children’s lungs are still developing, making them particularly vulnerable to respiratory infections, second-hand smoke,…
MICRONUTRIENT DEFICIENCY IN CHILDREN Micronutrients are vitamins and minerals that children need in small amounts for healthy growth, brain development, strong immunity, and proper body function. When a child does not get enough of these nutrients, micronutrient deficiency can occur. Common Deficiencies Some of the most common include: What Can Parents Do? Offer children a…
URTIs IN CHILDREN: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Every Parent Should Know Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTIs) are among the most common illnesses affecting children. They involve the nose, throat, sinuses and upper airways and include conditions such as the common cold, viral sore throat and some cases of sinusitis. Most URTIs are caused by viruses…
MALARIA: PREVENT IT, SPOT IT, TREAT IT! 💚💜 Malaria can become serious quickly, especially in children. Protect your little ones from mosquito bites, watch out for fever and other warning signs, and seek medical attention early when your child is unwell. Prevention + Early Diagnosis + Proper Treatment = Better Protection for Your Child. 🩺💙…
May this new month bring you and your family good health, happiness, peace, and countless blessings.
Cholera Vaccination: What Parents Should Know Cholera is a serious intestinal infection caused by Vibrio cholerae, usually spread through contaminated food or water. It can cause sudden, severe watery diarrhoea and vomiting, which may lead to dangerous dehydration, particularly in young children. One important way to reduce the risk of cholera is oral cholera vaccination,…
