Many children do not get enough iron from their diet to meet the demands of their growing bodies. This can result in low body iron and eventually iron deficiency anaemia (low haemoglobin).
Kids and Teens Health
Physical activity in children and teenagers
Encouraging kids and teens to be more active is not always easy. Find activities that your kids enjoy and build some activity into the whole family.
Childhood infections: minimising the spread
The 3 most effective ways of stopping the spread of childhood infections are: getting your children vaccinated; keeping them at home when they are sick; and careful hand washing.
MRSA superbug infections rising in kids with eczema
MRSA superbug incidence is rising dramatically in children with eczema.
When to see your doctor
Deciding whether to go to the doctor about symptoms is not always easy, especially in children, but some symptoms should not be ignored.
Night terrors
If your child has short episodes of screaming and thrashing about in their sleep, they may be having night terrors (sleep terrors). Night terrors do not harm your child and stop happening as children get older.
Infectious diseases: when can my child go back to school or child care?
Children with certain infections need to stay away from school or child care to recover and to help stop the spread of infection. Use this guide to work out how long your child should stay away.
Thyroid disease in children
Learn about the signs, symptoms and treatment of thyroid disease in children.
9 Signs your child may have OCD
Kids who are compelled to display repetitive behaviours may have OCD – here are 9 signs your child may be suffering from OCD, brought to you by myDr.com.au
Gastroenteritis in children
Gastroenteritis (gastro) is very common among young children. Most kids recover in a few days. Encouraging children to drink frequently is important.
