Regular well-child visits, also known as check-ups or annual physicals, help detect and address health concerns, as well as ensure a child’s growth and development are on track. Request Appointment Here: Dr Wolmarans: 012 549 8900 / office@gjmw.co.za Visit our website for more info: www.gjmw.co.za
“KNOW YOUR RISK, KNOW YOUR RESPONSE” Prevention of type 2 diabetes and diabetes-related complications is the focus of the final year of the World Diabetes Day 2021-23 theme Access to Diabetes Care. 100 years after the discovery of insulin, millions of people with diabetes around the world cannot access the care they need. People with …
As a toddler gets closer to dropping a nap, it’s common to see the following signs: * Resisting naps, especially the second one * Skipping naps entirely * Taking shorter-than-usual naps * Suddenly waking early and/or split nights (where a child can’t sleep for long periods during the middle of the night) * If your …
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Be sure to keep in mind these unique tips to protect your family from the summer sun: 1. Sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen! The importance of adequate sunscreen use cannot be overstated. 2. Reapply your sunscreen, especially when you are swimming or sweating. 3. Wear smart clothing. 4. Take cover! The sun is strongest between 10am and …
Commemoration of Southern African Development Community (SADC) Malaria Day on 6 November every year aims to create awareness about malaria and mobilize the community to participate in malaria control programs. Communities are mobilized through health education to: *Recognize signs and symptoms of malaria *Provide more home-based treatment *Seek treatment when they become ill *Use personal …
“South Africa celebrates National Disability Rights Awareness Month annually between 3 November and 3 December. 3 December is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, and is also celebrated as National Disability Rights Awareness Day. Disability is the consequence of an impairment that may be physical, cognitive, mental, sensory, emotional, developmental, or some combination of …
National Down Syndrome Day is commemorated to create awareness about down syndrome and to communicate facts about the condition. What is Down syndrome? Down syndrome is a chromosomal disorder arising at conception. There is an extra number 21 chromosome (Trisomy 21) which causes delays in physical and intellectual development Facts about down syndrome: * People …
There are many serious infections that occur in young children and teens. Therefore, it is important to start immunisations as soon as possible. Check out this link to our website to view the Immunisation Schedule: Speak to Dr. Wolmarans should you have any queries regarding your child’s health Dr Wolmarans: 012 549 8900 / office@gjmw.co.za …
The first tooth normally appears at more or less 6 months of age. It is however not something that is set in stone, and many babies may have no teeth by their first birthday. In some cases, teeth have erupted as early as 3 months of age. Each child develops at his or her own …
Ensure your baby/child stays healthy by booking your check-up appointment TODAY! Dr. Wolmarans: 012 549 8900 / office@gjmw.co.za Visit our website for more info: www.gjmw.co.za
