Worried that your kid has suddenly become a bit smelly?
Some children might develop body odour a bit earlier than expected, but for most, this is perfectly normal.
Are growth supplements really necessary for children?
Parents whose child is not growing as fast as their peers, might be tempted to give them supplements, but this might not always be safe.
Diabetes in a child takes a toll beyond the disease
Chronic conditions like diabetes in a child affects more than just the patient.
Why your child needs enough sleep
The amount and quality of sleep young ones get play an important role in their health, growth and development.
Chemicals in everyday products that affect kids
There are certain chemicals in items we use daily that can be quietly influencing our children's growth and development.
More obese children are developing 'adult' diabetes
Many Malaysian children are overweight and obese, which in turn is leading to an increase in type 2 diabetes in these young ones.
When your child's thyroid hormones are too high
Hyperthyroidism is not as common in children as adults, but it can potentially have life-threatening consequences if left untreated.
A paradoxical deficiency: Lack of vitamin D with all our sunshine
Although we are exposed to the sun all year round, a surprising number of Malaysians have insufficient vitamin D, the "sunshine" vitamin.
Turner syndrome: ‘Why isn’t my daughter growing?’
The two most obvious signs of Turner Syndrome are usually short stature and lack of pubertal development.
Does my short child need growth hormones?
When a child remains shorter than their peers, it may become a cause of concern for their parents.
Tech advances ease lives of type 1 diabetic children and their parents
These involve Improvements to insulin pumps and continuous blood glucose monitoring systems.
Understanding vitamin D and its importance for children
This ‘sunshine’ vitamin is particularly important for a growing child as it is essential for bone and immune health.
