Infection prevention
6 articles
How to Protect a Newborn from Colds
A cold in a fortnight-old baby is genuinely a different situation from a cold in a five-year-old — small airways, immature immunity, and the obligate...
When to Limit Contact with Other Children
Social interaction is essential for children's development, yet there are times when limiting contact with peers is medically and ethically important....
Reducing Infection Risks in Public Places
Public spaces are inevitable parts of childhood—playgrounds, grocery stores, restaurants, and public transportation bring your child into contact with...
Cuts and Scrapes: What to Do at Home and What Needs Stitches
A lot of long-standing first-aid advice for cuts and scrapes was wrong. Hydrogen peroxide and iodine, the two staples of every parent's first aid box,...
How Often to Disinfect at Home (Less Than You Think)
A lot of household disinfection advice was written in 2020 and never updated. Three things have become clearer since: 1. Most respiratory viruses spr...
How Daycares Handle Illness and Sick Children
Managing illness in group childcare settings requires careful policies and practices. Your child may encounter more illnesses in daycare than they wou...