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When to See a Paediatrician: Essential Guidance for Parents in Ballito and KwaDukuza
A paediatrician can support your child’s health through routine check-ups, vaccinations, growth monitoring, development guidance and care when symptoms are not improving.
Dr Lerissa Pillay Specialist Paediatrician
Sep 243 min read


How to Help Your Child Take Medication Safely
Learn how to help your child take medication safely by measuring each dose correctly, following instructions and using age appropriate techniques.
Dr Lerissa Pillay Specialist Paediatrician
Sep 174 min read


When Should I Take My Child to the Doctor or Emergency Room?
Learn when your child’s symptoms can be assessed by a doctor and which warning signs require immediate emergency care.
Dr Lerissa Pillay Specialist Paediatrician
Sep 114 min read


Febrile Seizures: What Parents Need to Know
Febrile seizures can be frightening to witness. Learn how to keep your child safe, when to seek emergency care and what happens afterwards.
Dr Lerissa Pillay Specialist Paediatrician
Aug 213 min read


Managing Fever Safely at Home: When to Use Medication & When to Seek Help
A fever can be worrying for parents, especially in babies and young children. Learn when home care may be enough, when medication can help, and when to seek urgent medical attention.
Dr Lerissa Pillay Specialist Paediatrician
Aug 135 min read


Preventing the Spread of Winter Viruses in Children
Practical guidance for parents on reducing winter virus spread through proper handwashing, keeping sick children home and knowing when to seek care.
Dr Lerissa Pillay Specialist Paediatrician
Jul 245 min read
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