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Rotavirus & Dehydration

Rotavirus is such a common disease that most people, adults and children alike, have had rotavirus at least once in their lives, although subsequent infections tend to be mild. Seasonally occurring, Dr. Robert W. Sears reports in “The Vaccine Book” that it starts each year in November in the southwestern states and travels easterly until about March. The most severe affect of rotavirus is dehydration, with infants and young children most at risk.

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How Long Does It Take to Show Signs of Pregnancy?

Just as no two women are alike, not every mother-to-be exhibits the same signs or experiences the same symptoms of pregnancy. Even during subsequent pregnancies, the changes a woman undergoes can be altogether different. While some women will feel differently as early as one week following conception, there are others who might go months before feeling its effects. Incredibly, some women are unaffected by pregnancy altogether.

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Stool Color in Children

You never know what you’re going to find in your child’s diaper. Most of the time, you’ll get a normal-colored stool, but occasionally, you’ll be surprised with something a bit more technicolor. While you usually don’t have to worry about what you find, it’s smart to know the signs of a more serious problem.

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What to Feed a Toddler With the Flu

Finding foods that appeal to a toddler is difficult enough when he is healthy, but keeping him well-fed when he has the flu can be even more challenging. While children commonly catch contagious diseases such as colds and flu, it is important to contact your pediatrician when children under the age of 2 develop flu-like symptoms.