Roseola infantum is a very common viral infection that causes fever and rashes among younger children. This occurs in children from 6 months to 2 years in age. Sometimes, adults can catch this condition as well. Learn more about this condition, and the kinds of roseola infantum treatment. Signs and symptoms Most children develop roseola infantum after […]

As the name suggests, infant botulism commonly occurs in babies, specifically those aged younger than 6 months. Reports say the youngest reported case was just 2 weeks old and the oldest was 12 months. Infant botulism is an illness caused by the ingestion of Clostridium botulinum bacterial spores. Here’s what you need to know about […]

Tigdas sa baby, also known as measles, has been a serious problem in the Philippines. In fact, just 2 years ago, an outbreak of measles was declared in 5 regions in the Philippines1. While measures enacted by the government have helped bring down these numbers, measles still hasn't been eradicated in the country. This is why […]

Parents often hear about measles and German measles when they bring their kids for vaccination. And while the two conditions sound similar, they have different causes, symptoms, and interventions. Here’s what you need to know about German measles vs. measles. Measles Can Be More Severe Than German Measles Parents need to know that measles (Rubeola or tigdas) […]

Infectious diseases are conditions caused by organisms such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites. Some kinds of infectious illnesses can be transmitted from person to person – we call these communicable diseases. On the other hand, some infectious disorders spread through direct contact, mosquito bites, or consumption of contaminated food. Below are the most common infectious […]

Beke sa bata raises great concern among parents, mostly since it is thought to cause life-long complications like infertility along with several misconceptions. But what exactly are the facts and myths about mumps in children? Fact #1: Mumps is a highly contagious viral illness The first thing parents need to know is that mumps is contagious. For […]

Malaria in the Philippines promisingly shows a declining trend in cases. But that doesn’t mean that parents can lower their guard. Here’s what you need to know about malaria infection in children. Malaria in the Philippines: Where Do We Stand? The latest data from the Department of Health (DOH) was from January to May of 2017. What’s […]