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https://youtu.be/c1nfMSA8Vs8 COVID-19 – What is it? COVID-19 is a new strain of coronavirus, also known as 2019-nCoV. It originated in Wuhan, China, back in December 2019 at a seafood wet market that is known for trading live animals. It is currently the common consensus that the virus was contracted from the handling of meat or
The Child Development Co-Savings Scheme, simply known as the Baby Bonus scheme, was introduced to help Singaporean parents with the rising costs of raising a child. The Baby Bonus scheme comprises of 3 main components: 1. A Cash Gift Parents will receive a $8000 cash gift from the government when your child is born. This
Our Kids Clinic paediatricians Dr Dave Ong and Dr Leo Hamilton are now on-board HiDoc, a teleconsult app. This means that you can now consult them from the comfort of your own home. Keep reading this article to find out what exactly HiDoc is and how it works. What is HiDoc? HiDoc is a teleconsult app that provides
With the onset of haze in Singapore, there are certain precautions you and your little one should take to stay safe! Our paediatrician answers some commonly asked questions about haze so that you are better equipped to protect your little one. 1. What Does Haze Contain? Haze contains air pollutants that can be harmful to
What is Childhood Asthma? Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes the airways to be very sensitive and prone to constriction. It is one of the most common chronic illnesses in children and can affect as many as 20% of children. Learn more about the causes and triggers of childhood asthma. Why
Our skin acts as a protective barrier, preventing excessive body fluid and mineral loss, helps regulate body heat and protects us against infections Babies and children generally have sensitive skin which can react to many triggers such as dryness, germs and irritants. Here are 5 common skin conditions in babies/children: 1. Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) The
Influenza, more commonly referred to as the “flu”, is not the same as having a bad cold. Influenza is a respiratory disease with symptoms common to a cold – runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, sneezing and coughing. However, influenza can be more severe than a cold and often associated with high fever and chills. Other
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