Schools tend to host a cocktail of disease, infection and fungal spores, just waiting to infect your child! A mixture of developing immune systems, close contact and low…
One of the toughest parts of parenting young children is dealing with sickness and illness. From the age of around 6 months to 6 years children present with…
Common colds are something hard to avoid during the winter months. Young children may get between six to ten colds per year and once one family member has a…
Every year when winter hits, we wonder how can we keep our children from getting sick. It’s a good question but there are no easy answers. Cold and…
Here in New Zealand, we prize the ability to ingeniously solve problems. Being creative in our approach to problems is a matter of national pride. So much so,…
Using paracetamol (Pamol and Panadol) with kids can be a difficult business. On one hand, you’ve got a poor, sick child and on the other hand, you might…
Allergy New Zealand is a not-for-profit organisation that works to improve the quality of life for people with allergies, and their families. They offer support, education and information,…
This article describes the uncomfortable condition of sinusitis, including some valuable advice on relieving the symptoms of sinusitis.
Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD as it is commonly known, is described here, as well as common signs and possible treatments for those winter blues.
This article covers the signs and symptoms of pneumonia, the treatment and the complications that can occur in children with pneumonia.
This article on influenza – or flu as it is commonly known – explains the common symptoms of flu and how to care for your afflicted child.
This article covers the signs and symptoms of croup, the treatment and the complications that can occur in children with croup.  Â
This article on colds is full of great advice on how to ease the symptoms of the common cold, including traditional and natural remedies.
This article covers the signs and symptoms of bronchiolitis, the treatment and the complications that can occur in babies with bronchiolitis.
Kiwi Families has provided helpful articles on salmonella and explains this common stomach bug, its signs and symptoms, treatment, risks & complications and how to prevent the spread…
Kiwi Families has provided helpful articles on rotavirus and explains the signs and symptoms, Treatments, Risks & Complications in children, when hospital treatment is necessary for rotavirus and…
Giardia is a common NZ parasite. Kiwi Families has provided helpful articles on giardia and explains the signs and symptoms, treatment, risks & complications of the giardia stomach…
We provide information on gastroenteritis and explains the signs and symptoms, Treatments, Risks and Complications of this bug and the special considerations for children with gastroenteritis.
Read on to find out all about campylobacter, we explain the signs and symptoms, treatments, risks and complications of the stomach bug and how to prevent the spread of campylobacter.
Warts – or verrucas as they’re commonly known when found on feet – are a harmless skin growth common in children, characterised by rapid growth of the top…
We provide information and advice about Slap Cheek or Parvovirus in humans – the signs and symptoms, treatments, risks and complications.
School sores is the common name for Impetigo, which is a skin condition. School sores, or impetigo, is very contagious, and easily spread around school age children. Find…
We provide information about Scarlet Fever – the causes, signs and symptoms, treatment, risks and complications and advice on how to help your child at home with scarlet fever.
Find information on the causes of Scabies infection, what to look for and how scabies is treated. We provide advice about the signs and symptoms, treatments, risks and…
We provide information and advice about the signs and symptoms, treatments, risks and complications of rubella or German measles – most importantly the potential complication for pregnant women.
We provide all the advice you need on the signs, symptoms, treatments and risks of roseola, or sixth disease. We also offer some simple tips on how you can treat and manage your child with…
What is ringworm you ask? Well, it’s a fungal infection of the skin, that’s very contagious. Prevention is always better than cure, so read on for advice on the…
We provide information and advice about the signs and symptoms, treatments, risks and complications of molluscum contagiosum here – and how to help your child at home with…
Measles is a highly infectious childhood disease characterised by a rash and fever. We provide helpful articles and advice about the signs and symptoms, treatments, risks and complications…
Hand, Foot and Mouth is a common infection among young children. We provide sound, expert advice about the signs and symptoms, treatments, risks and complications of hand, foot &…
Chicken pox is a highly infectious disease characterised by a fever and rash. We provide information and advice about the signs and symptoms, treatments, risks and complications of chicken…
This article on urinary tract infections in adults will help you to prevent, treat and to ease the symptoms of urinary tract infection.Â
This article explains why some children get urinary tract infections (UTI), how to treat UTI and some great advice on preventing urinary tract infections.
Meningitis is inflammation of the layers covering the brain and spinal cord. It is an illness that can be caused by a virus, fungus, parasite, bacterium, medical condition…
This Kiwi Families article on hepatitis B in children provides clear information on different types of hepatitis, how they are spread and how they can affect your child.
Kiwi Families have provided information about the cause of glandular fever, the spread of the disease and how to help your child with glandular fever.
This article explains fever, the signs and symptoms in children and some great tips on how to manage fever at home.
This article on conjunctivitis covers the common symptoms and the necessary prompt treatment to prevent the spread of conjunctivitis throughout the family.Â
This emergencies checklist provides invaluable advice on when it is a medical emergency and when you can routinely visit your doctor.
It is surprising how common ulcerative colitis is today, I used to see a case every two to three months in the late 1980’s, but now I see…
The NZ Orthopaedic Association President Professor Geoffrey Horne, said the predicted burden of osteoporosis on the NZ health system generated by the over 60s was alarming. The numbers…
Osteoarthritis is like any chronic ongoing health complaint you may have, it will be aided by superior nutrition. Nutritional factors are very important in the successful treatment of…
The term “arthritis” means inflammation of a joint, and there are as ways that people can experience arthritis as there are types of arthritis. There are literally dozens…
You will have most probably heard a lot about “metabolic syndrome”, or “syndrome X”. In 1988, a man called Gerald Reaven noted that several risk factors such as…
Your thyroid is a butterfly-shaped bi-lobed gland located at the base of your neck, just below your Adam’s apple. Every single aspect of your metabolism, from the rate…
You only get one set of kidneys. It is important to take care of your important organs, such as the kidney system which plays an important role in…
This article explains what whooping cough is and how it could affect your child. There’s some great advice on the signs and symptoms, treatments, and how to help…
Strep throat is a common condition – read about the signs and symptoms and how the doctor will treat a strep throat.
This parent friendly article covers the signs and symptoms of sore throats, the treatment and complications that can occur in children with sore throats.
This Mumps article give parents concise information on the signs and symptoms of mumps and how to care for a child with mumps at home.
This article explains the types of ear infections in toddlers and young children, the signs and symptoms to look out for and the treatment for ear infections.
This article contains advice and nutritional tips for you to help your sick child back to a full recovery through food and drink.
How bad has this winter been for colds and flus? I have seen countless cases of families suffering with the nasty viruses that have been circulating around the…