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Flu Update January 2019!
There's a lot of talk in the media at the moment about flu and it is little wonder why! Flu rates increased in all age groups this week. According to...
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General
Who should get the flu vaccine?
Should you or your child get the flu vaccine? Anyone who is in an 'at risk' group should get the vaccine. Moreover every adult whether at risk or not should...
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What do I do if my child has a cold sore?
What is a cold sore? Cold sores are small blisters which can appear anywhere on or around the lips and less commonly on your child's nose or cheek. It is...
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The Vick Warm Mist Humidifer – A True Wonder Product!
In my opinion there is just nothing more effective than steam for alleviating congestion and relieving coughs. Sometimes the natural cures are the best and obviously if we can avoid...
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A WonderBaba Back to School Health Checklist!
Failing to prepare is preparing to fail as I was once told! Ok so obviously you don't need to prepare for every worst case scenario but it is a good...
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What exactly is Molluscum Contagiosum and how do I treat it?!
Molluscum contagiosum is one of those common conditions that affects kids that no one seems to know about! The reality is that 1.2-1.4% of kids under 14 will suffer from...
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A WonderBaba Guide to Heartburn in Pregnancy!
A topic I've had plenty of experience with- as if expectant mums don't have enough to contend with! Heartburn is the name given to the feeling of burning in your chest...
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Amber Beads – The Truth behind the Phenomenon!
Firstly a little background to explain why a parent may choose to put an amber bracelet, necklace or anklet on their child. Baltic amber is said to contain various amounts...
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Flu update & should your child get the flu vaccine?
With 400 people reported as hospitalised this week as a result of flu and 21 outbreaks confirmed influenza is unfortunately still a hot topic. For six weeks we have...
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What’s a viral rash? Do I need to worry?
Often parents come into the Pharmacy to me to ask about their child's rash or to discuss a consultation they had with their GP about it. Parents often feel fobbed...
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