Toddler Health & Physical Development

Top 10 common health myths busted

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The vaccination rate throughout Australia is, on average, about 93 per cent.

How being an anti-vaxxer affects access to childcare

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Whiplash from the crash broke Summer's C3, C2 and all the ligaments in her C1 vertebrae.

Mum calls for rear facing child restraints after horrific crash

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Bringing the early signs of ASD to life: the video has been developed to help both parents and health professionals.

What autism looks like in toddlers: VIDEO

The average age of ASD diagnosis is 4 years of age, despite the fact that about half of children with this disorder may be detected by age 14 months.

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Trusting your instincts

How maternal instinct can be a valuable tool for mums when they know something just isn't right with their child.

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Threadworm infection is common but carriers may not have any symptoms.

The low-down on worms and how to get rid of them

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The most common toddler injuries – and how to avoid them

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Alternative (and safe) ways to soothe eczema

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General medical advice only ... If you are ever concerned about your child's health, see a doctor.

Constipation in toddlers

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Floyd-Henry is a water baby and loves heading to the beach, his mum says.

Big future for a little legend: Floyd-Henry's story

When Floyd-Henry Morley was five months old his proud parents posted a video about him online. It shared the news their son had been diagnosed with achondroplasia.

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"My son has had two anaphylactic reactions in a month. It's traumatic for everyone."

A trace of sesame could kill my son

Helen Richardson son's had two anaphylactic reactions in a month. It's traumatic for everyone.

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The little girl who always smiles: life with Tay Sachs disease

Ellie Topliff turns two in February. It will probably be her last birthday.

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Warning about Children's Panadol dosage

The Therapeutic Goods Administration has issued a safety advisory warning parents about confusion when using the dosing syringe supplied with Children's Panadol.

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Meningococcal kills Queensland toddler

Public health authorities say the death of a toddler in north Queensland from meningococcal disease highlights the danger the illness poses.

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Terrence and Marianne Mastrino introduced their son Dominick, 3, to his baby sister in the lobby of an Illinois ...

Mysterious polio-like virus hitting young children across the US

Amid fears of the Ebola virus, a more enigmatic virus is suspected of causing paralysis in dozens of children in the US.

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Alliyah Broadby is heading home to the Gold Coast after 14 months in a Brisbane hospital.

Toddler Alliyah one step closer to first trip home

She has lived the first 14 months of her life in a hospital intensive care unit, but Alliyah Broadby's parents hope to finally take their little girl home with them.