Tag: pediatric care
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Global Plea to Save Separation for Conjoined PNG Twins
Urgent appeal from Port Moresby In Port Moresby, the capital of Papua New Guinea, a family is appealing to the world for help. Tom and Sawong, twin boys joined at the abdomen, were born on October 9 and face a life-changing challenge: a successful surgical separation remains uncertain, and time is running out. The parents…
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RSV Immunization for Infants: What Parents Should Know
Understanding RSV and the role of immunization Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common cause of cold-like symptoms in many babies, but it can turn severe, especially for preterm infants, those with certain health conditions, or those born during RSV season. Vaccines and other preventive options aim to reduce the risk of severe RSV illness…
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Children Weaned Off Steroids Avoid Crises: Safe Glucocorticoid Tapering in Pediatric Care
Overview New evidence from a single-center retrospective study suggests that children treated with supraphysiological glucocorticoids for nephrotic syndrome or juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) can be safely weaned off steroids with a remarkably low risk of adrenal crisis. The findings support careful tapering, early transition to alternate-day dosing where appropriate, and rapid access to specialist guidance…
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How volunteers are transforming hospital stays one ‘goodie’ at a time
Comfort in a small package: the power of a handmade goodie When four-year-old Zyan Laurenco arrived at Canberra Hospital, the environment was loud, unfamiliar and overwhelming. His mum, Guinevere Laurenco, hadn’t anticipated packing essentials for a hospital stay, including a way to ease the anxiety of a frightened child. It was a moment that underscored…
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How volunteers are transforming hospital stays, one ‘goodie’ at a time
Comfort in a difficult moment When a child ends up in hospital, the environment can feel overwhelming: unfamiliar noises, bright lights, and endless stranger voices. For four-year-old Zyan and his mother Guinevere Laurenco, the trip from GP to Canberra Hospital became a test of nerves and endurance. They arrived with little more than hope, not…
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HSE apologises over death of girl with Strep A infection and launches KATE training initiative
HSE apologises and a family’s call for change after Kate Colum’s death The HSE has formally apologised to the family of five-year-old Kate Colum, who died after a severe Strep A infection at Sligo University Hospital (SUH). The inquest, which concluded with a unanimous verdict of medical misadventure, highlighted serious concerns about the management of…
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HSE apologises over death of girl with Strep A infection
HSE apologises to family of five-year-old Kate Colum and signals reform The Health Service Executive (HSE) has formally apologised to the family of Kate Colum, a five-year-old girl from Strokestown, Co Roscommon, who died following a severe Strep A infection at Sligo University Hospital (SUH). The inquest outcome, delivered after more than two years of…
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HSE apologises to family of girl who died from Strep A infection in Sligo hospital case
Background: a tragic death and an inquest The Health Service Executive (HSE) has publicly apologised to the family of Kate Colum, a five-year-old girl from Strokestown, Co Roscommon, who died following a severe Strep A infection linked to organ dysfunction and septic shock. The inquest at an Dublin court concluded that medical misadventure was a…
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Cough: A Protective Mechanism and How to Treat It
Introduction Coughing is one of the body’s most important protective reflexes. It helps clear airways of mucus, germs, and irritants. Yet in many seasons people report persistent coughing alongside colds, ear infections, or sinus issues. Doctors note that it isn’t always a sign of a rising epidemic; rather, coughs often reflect common, sometimes recurring infections…
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Tragic Loss: Little Girl’s Battle with Cancer Ignored by Doctors
Introduction to a Heartbreaking Story In a devastating tale that has captured public attention, Delilah-Rai Reid-Floyd, a vibrant 19-month-old girl, tragically lost her life to cancer after doctors misdiagnosed her condition. The anguish of her mother, Kayleigh Reid, echoes through the poignant details of their heartbreaking journey, raising critical questions about medical oversight and the…