bacterial and viral
Find out the facts about common bacterial and viral infections so you have symptoms and treatmemnts to hand when the worst strikes. Get plenty of information and advice about illnesses such as mumps, tonsilitis and urinary tract infections.
Whooping cough is a very contagious and potentially fatal illness that is also called pertussis . Most people are immunised against...more
'Mum, I'm sick': but is she too sick for school?
Every parent has experienced it at one time or another: you’re getting ready for the day ahead, breakfast is being served, lunchboxes...more
The virus sending Aussie newborns to intensive care
Parechovirus has hit the news recently, despite the fact that it’s been around for quite some time, having first been identified...more
How can you keep your family safe from the current gastro epidemic?
A gastro epidemic has hit New South Wales with around 3,300 cases reported and children under 5 most at risk. Here are Dr Sam’s...more
Do we really need to boycott Bali because of Zika?
Indonesia has responded to the Australian government’s claims that they are experiencing “sporadic transmission”...more
The most common daycare bugs your child brings home
Is your child constantly coming home sick from daycare or school? Dr Sam Hay shines the spotlight on the biggest bugs lurking around. more
The great antibiotics crackdown: why your GP isn’t prescribing
Earlier this month, health authorities issued a stern warning about the overuse of antibiotics. Now, Kidspot’s resident GP, Dr Sam...more
Infections - symptoms, causes and remedies to try at home
Infections are illnesses caused by organisms such as bacteria, viruses and fungi or parasites. These disease-causing organisms are...more
“My baby died from parechovirus”
Parents in Queensland are being warned to be on the look out for symptoms of parechovirus as the outbreak spreads. For Janelle Deb,...more
“Your boy is one of the very sick ones.”
A virus more frightening than Zika is breaking out in Queensland. Baby Mac Jensen was one of the lucky ones who survived the Sydney...more
Not just lockjaw: Tetanus and how it kills
What is tetanus and why do we need tetanus immunisation? Linda Drummond looks at the risks and issues associated with tetanus and...more
Pregnant and worried about zika virus? Here’s what you need to know
Zika virus is believed to cause brain birth defects in babies if pregnant women are infected. Here’s everything you need to know. more
