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A Rash Decision...an update for August 2018
Measles has hit the headlines yet again after cases in Europe are at an eight year high. We’ve been here before (I wrote about this in March 2015), and I update one of my archived blogs with some new thoughts, information, and current recommendations on it.
Dealing with our child's first illness...
Our child’s first illness made me take stock of the fundamentals of dealing with a sick kid, so here are my thoughts about some of the key things to look out for.
Can I get a whoop whoop...?
If you're pregnant or know someone who is, make absolutely sure you get the whooping cough vaccine before you deliver - read on for why.
Vaccination Article: FOCUS Magazine September 2015
Published in the September 2015 issue - vaccination schedules in the UK, France and USA; their similarities, differences, and key vaccines only available privately.
Meningitis: far more than a pain in the neck
Meningitis has been in the news for a variety of reasons. Read of my own personal experience with a patient and thoughts on the vaccine rollout.
A New Parent's Perspective: Cows' Milk Protein Allergy
My wife and I recently became parents for the first time, and from a personal and professional standpoint it has been a bit of a roller coaster few months. I thought I'd take some time to write about our experience with cows milk protein allergy, and learning to live with it.
A Rash Decision
Measles has hit the headlines after the recent outbreak at Disneyland California left 127 new cases in its wake. Unfortunately this episode is indicative of a worrying trend amongst parents towards not vaccinating their children against such eminently preventable diseases. What's the reason for this?