The Meningococcus (Infections) bacterium has been the source of most of the “meningitis” outbreaks across North America over the last 2 decades. This extremely dangerous infection is caused by the Neisseria meningitidis or meningococcal bacteria, of which there are several Read More …
Category: Child Health And Wellness Information
Molluscum Contagiosum
Molluscum contagiosum(MV) is a viral infection caused by the molluscum contagiosum virus (MCV), resulting in a very characteristic skin rash. Once the virus enters a small break in the skin, the rash appears 2 to 7 weeks later. Although this Read More …
Frequent Infections-Why Is My Child Always Sick?
Typically, as kids begin school or child care, parents notice their child is seemingly always sick. This is a common complaint, and in almost all cases, they are relieved to find out there is nothing wrong with their child. In Read More …
Haemophilus influenzae Type B Infections
Haemophilus influenzae type B (HIB) is a potentially serious bacterial infection that occurs mostly in young children aged two months to two years. These bacteria, not to be confused with the influenza virus, can cause meningitis and other serious infections Read More …
Tetanus or Lockjaw
Tetanus (lockjaw) is caused by a toxin that affects the nervous system produced by the bacterium Clostridium tetani. The C. tetani spores are found in soil and have also been detected in the intestines of animals and humans. Spores are Read More …
Polio
The term Polio was very much feared in the 1950’s where epidemics caused a lot illness. Fortunately in North America and other developed around the world, thanks to vaccination and improved sanitation, It has been virtually eradicated, although it still Read More …
Impetigo
Impetigo is a skin infection that is more commonly seen in infants and young children, although it can occur at any age. Impetigo usually appears as red sores or spots around the nose, mouth, hands, and feet. The sores can Read More …
Scabies
Scabies is contagious skin infestation caused by a mite called Sarcoptes scabiei var. Hominis with an estimated 300 million cases annually worldwide. Scabies is more common in the winter because of greater physical crowding and that the mites can survive Read More …
Infant Botulism
Infant Botulism is a type of food poisoning caused by a bacteria called Clostridium botulinum. According to Health Canada, since the first reported case in 1979, there have been 42 reported cases of infant botulism in Canada. Three of these cases Read More …
Pneumococcal Infections in Children
What is Pneumococcus? The other name for this bacteria is Streptococcus pneumonia. This bacteria is the most common cause of bacterial invasive infection in children younger than 2 years of age. What infections does Pneumococcus cause? Pneumococcus causes meningitis, pneumonia, Read More …