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Colds, flu, & other bugs baby can catch

Article Abstract:

Respiratory syncytial virus, common cold, flu, croup and chickenpox are among the most common diseases infants catch. Although these diseases can be prevented through vaccines, they can be better prevented through proper hygiene and handling of infants' supplies. Alternative treatments for the diseases are discussed.

Author: Dundon, Catherine
Publisher: Reed Business Information, Inc. (US)
Publication Name: American Baby
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0044-7544
Year: 1998
Respiratory syncytial virus, Influenza, Cold (Disease), Common cold, Chickenpox, Croup

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Listen up about ear infections

Article Abstract:

Babies who are inadequately breastfed and are frequently exposed to cigarette smoke have high risks of developing ear infection, which if untreated, may lead to permanent hearing loss and acute meningitis. This can be prevented by preventing children from contracting colds and flu.

Author: Dundon, Catherine
Publisher: Reed Business Information, Inc. (US)
Publication Name: American Baby
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0044-7544
Year: 1998
Health aspects, Prevention, Smoking, Ear diseases

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When to call the doctor

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It is always safe to seek medical advice when an infant exhibits symptoms such as rashes, incessant crying, diarrhea and fever before starting any home treatment. The pediatrician is still the best authority to rely on no matter how trivial the symptoms seem to the mother.

Author: Dundon, Catherine
Publisher: Reed Business Information, Inc. (US)
Publication Name: American Baby
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0044-7544
Year: 1997
Usage, Column, Medical consultation

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Subjects list: Care and treatment, Diseases, Infants
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