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MBBS in Hindi for Indian doctors - is it a good idea? Dec 02, 2022

Latest Government of India guidelines recommend that MBBS (MD in USA) Medical education curriculum should be available for Indian doctor in Hindi as well as English.

We discuss if this appears to be a good idea whose time has come, and what if any, are the possible complications of trying this.

What are the solutions and what should be the priority as far as Indian Medical Education is concerned?

Are they really Dangerous?? Cough syrups in India! Oct 29, 2022

The recent tragedy in Gambia where 70 children have died after taking cough syrups that were made in India has caused a lot of controversy. We try to get some answers. What actually happened, why did these children die? Why did it happen? What is Diethylene Glycol and Ethylene glycol? Is it banned in India, what side-effects can happen due to these chemicasl? Do I need to worry for my child, can they get any side-effects when taking cough medicines in India? Are cough syrups dangerous for children below 2 years age? How can we prevent this from happening again?

गाम्बिया में हाल ही में हुई त्रासदी जहां भारत में बने कफ सिरप लेने से 70 बच्चों की मौत हो गई है, जिससे बहुत विवाद हुआ है। हम कुछ जवाब पाने की कोशिश करते हैं। असल में हुआ क्या, क्यों मरे ये बच्चे? यह क्यों हुआ? डायथिलीन ग्लाइकॉल और एथिलीन ग्लाइकॉल क्या है? क्या भारत में बैन है इन केमिकल से क्या साइड-इफेक्ट हो सकते हैं? क्या मुझे अपने बच्चे के लिए चिंता करने की ज़रूरत है, क्या भारत में खांसी की दवा लेने पर उन्हें कोई दुष्प्रभाव हो सकता है? क्या 2 साल से कम उम्र के बच्चों के लिए कफ सिरप खतरनाक हैं? हम इसे दोबारा होने से कैसे रोक सकते हैं?

COVID Vaccine Controversies in India - Antivaxxers, Vaccine Skeptics and more! Jun 18, 2022

In a free wheeling interview with Dr Poonam Gupta, discussion about how and why the anti-vaccine trend has caught on in India. Also, tips on how to deal with vaccine controversies, and help the educators, doctors and the parents to decide about vaccinating themselves, their parents and their kids :)

Monkey pox & YOUR child! Any need to worry? May 26, 2022

What is Monkey Pox?

Why is everyone talking about it?

What are the symptoms?

How can we differentiate it from other similar illnesses?

How does it spread?

Can I or my child get it?

In conversation with Travel health Expert - Dr Neeta Nathani, from Mumbai, India. Answering these & many more questions about Monkey Pox

Are you taking children to Mountains this summer? Tips to stay healthy with Dr Neeta Nathani May 21, 2022

In conversation with Dr Neeta Nathani, Senior Pediatrician from Mumbai with over 30 years of experience, Are you traveling to Leh Ladakh, Shimla, or any other places in the Himalayas, Alps or any other high hills to avoid the summer heat? Do you know that you and the kids need to follow some precautions, to prevent serious and common illnesses? Here are a few questions that we are talking about in today's talk.... What is high altitude for tourists? So what are the medical reasons to be worried about when we go to High Altitude or on mountain holidays? What is the min age you would recommend for remote mountain vacations? Let's talk TIPS about High Altitude Acclimatization Hydration Cold weather protection Sun protection High altitude stay Weather forecast Warning signs What if the child has an underlying condition like Asthma etc. Let's talk about Mountain travel Motion Sickness Know the closest medical facilities Food & water tips First Aid bag You can catch more information from Dr Neeta Nathani at her website https://www.nathaniclinic.com/ or their youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjae4R01szAgEt8RPWpPqug

Tang, Glucon C, D versus Coconut water, Lemon water! What is the best for kids in summers & why? May 10, 2022

Should children drink Tang, Gatorade, Glucon C, Glucon D, Rasna and many other commercial drinks. Are they healthy? How do they compare with natural drinks like Coconut Water. Why do we need these drinks? Is water the BEST hydrator? Are there any side-effects of these drinks? Any benefits? Answering these and many more questions, Dr Poonam Gupta & Dr Gaurav Gupta, child health experts from Charak Clinics, Mohali, india

Dark circles around eyes in children. Causes, treatment & prevention. In conversation with Dr Poonam Gupta, Eye Specialist May 03, 2022

What are the top 3 causes of dark eye circles in kids?

Is it serious?

How can I prevent this, how can I treat this?

Common reasons why under-eye circles have increased in the last couple of years, is COVID responsible?

What about allergies, dryness, too much screen time, less fluid intake and any illness?

Can it be hereditary?

Answering ALL this and much more, Dr Poonam Gupta, Eye Specialist Doctor specializing in treating common pediatric eye conditions.

Summers - Keeping children healthy. Surprising Practical tips with Dr Jyotsna Sachdeva, Sr Pediatrician & parenting expert from Chandigarh Apr 24, 2022

There are so many questions that parents have about keeping kids safe and healthy during the summers.

Here are some very practical tips in her trademark, simple, precise and effective style, an exclusive conversation with Dr Jyotsna Sachdeva, a paediatrician with an extensive interest in parent counselling and education.

Here is a sample of what she talked about

Can we use AC or cooler - and at what temp?
How many clothes should a child wear?
How to check if the child is too hot or cold?
What to make the child wear in case of fever?
How many fluids do children need?
Tips for heat exhaustion - children going to school after so much time.

I can guarantee that the parents and doctors will both learn something new here!

Corbevax for children - in discussion with Dr Rajendra Vaidya, Vaccine Expert. Apr 05, 2022

Dr Rajendra Vaidya is a Senior Pediatrician from Aurangabad, Maharashtra, he is a vaccine expert and will answer some of the common parent and pediatricians questions about Corbevax!

Here are some of these...

What type of vaccine is Corbevax?

How is it different from the other vaccines?

Why are 12 to 14 years being only given this vaccine?

Is it true that we don't have a lot of data and should wait for vaccination?

Do we have phase 3 data, what did it say?

Is the vaccine WHO-approved?

What about the manufacturers, are they reliable?

Covid cases are going down, do we still need to vaccinate?

Schools are starting offline, should we vaccinate now?

Should kids take vaccines in the school camps?

Your final take, vaccinate or not?

What is Toxic Stress in Children, why is it important, and how to monitor it? In conversation with Dr Bryan Bhagwandin Mar 17, 2022

What is the most important Public Health Study that (almost) no Doctor or Parent has ever heard of???

I am in conversation with Dr Bryan Bhagwandin, phD and CEO of Recalibrate solutions. I can guarantee that you will be fascinated, amazed, surprised and even a little horrified to know how toxic stress in children can lead to serious long term health issues, and how by trying to diagnose and monitor it in unique ways we can save thousands of lives and billions of dollars every year!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryonbhagwandin/

COVID 4th wave in India - will it / won't it happen? In conversation with Dr Arun Wadhwa, Sr Pediatrician and Vaccine Expert Mar 07, 2022

COVID 4th wave in India - will it / won't it happen? Everyone wants to know! Let's find out with me in conversation Dr Arun Wadhwa, a Sr Pediatrician from Delhi with over 3 decades of experience, who is also a member of the Vaccination committee of the IAP.

This is the audio of a youtube interview done here.

https://youtu.be/3sxVs2wZZgM

If you want to hear the audio only, here is the podcast link to the same episode on the 4th Wave of COVID in India - when will it happen, will it happen, will it be as bad as the initial waves, what precautions are needed for kids and whether vaccines will work?

Screen time and Autism risk in Children - In conversation with Dr Chhaya Prasad, Neuro-developmental Pediatrician Mar 03, 2022

Did you know? According to a study in Jan 2022 in JAMA, more than 2 hours of screen time at 1 year age can triple the risk of autism diagnosis in boys at 3 years age!

Why can this happen?

Can we talk about the actual study - what does it say?
What is autism, how do you explain it to the parents, and why is increasing generally?
What may be the reason for this autism risk is increased with more screen time?

How to screen for Autism as a general pediatrician, M-Chat versus ISAA testing for Indian kids.

https://www.thenationaltrust.gov.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/ISAA%20TEST%20MANNUAL(2).pdf
What are the current guidelines for screen time in children?
Practical tips on how to reduce screen time?
And some final tips on having physically and mentally healthy kids!

Dr Chhaya Prasad is a Neuro-developmental paediatrician of International repute, and is working with developmentally challenged children for over 15 years at Asha, her centre in Chandigarh.

Third dose of COVID vaccine in India - with Prof Sanjay Verma Feb 05, 2022

Prof Sanjay Verma is one of the top young vaccine experts in India

Here are a few questions that he tries to answer today, about the precautionary / booster dose of the COVID vaccine as recommended by the Govt of India for us.

I apologize for the poor audio quality, and also want you to be aware that this is slightly technical stuff, sometimes :)

Why is it being suggested?
Is the immunity really going down?
Will it really prevent infections?
With two doses we are already seeing little hospitalizations, so does it add much?
Who should get it?
Priming and boosting?
Interchangeability of brands?
What happens if someone gets COVID just before the vaccine?
Would it be better to wait at least a year, Or for a vaccine against the new variants, like influenza?
Final words, have you taken it?

Childhood allergies, asthma, rhinitis & immunotherapy, with Dr Swati, Pediatric Allergy Specialist Jan 12, 2022

Mixed bag of questions about allergy & asthma including skin, eye nose and chest allergies How to differentiate between allergies and infections? What are common presentations of allergy in children? When should we see an allergy specialist? Is snoring an indicator of allergy? Can constipation be related to any adverse food reaction? Nowadays children often complain of recurrent abdominal pains? How to deal with that? It’s a common saying “allergy means Allah ki marzi “ . Is it true that we can’t do anything about it ? Can we cure asthma in children? Our chemical exposure through the environment is increasing … may it be through food habits (preservatives), water, air …. What can we do to protect our children from getting affected by it ? Can vitamins help in our protection from allergies? Can probiotics help protect against allergies? What natural foods can help improve immunity? https://healthier.stanfordchildrens.org/en/how-parents-can-help-prevent-food-allergies-in-kids/ https://www.aaaai.org/tools-for-the-public/conditions-library/allergies/prevention-of-allergies-and-asthma-in-children https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/allergy.html

Accidentally given an Expired vaccine to a child? Tips for parents & pediatrician doctors! Jan 07, 2022

It can happen to the best of us, accidentally we end up giving an expired vaccine dose to our young patient. As a parent, this seems to be the stuff of nightmares!

However, is it really very bad? How can we avoid this? What to do if this happens?

Tips from a real-life case that happened last night.

Also, Happy New year wishes for 2022 for all!

How to prevent allergies & asthma in Children? In conversation with Dr Swati - Pediatric Allergy Specialist Dec 10, 2021

The incidence of allergies and asthma in kids in rising in India and across the world.

Here I connect with Dr Swati to talk about how we can reduce this, starting from pregnancy, to the new born baby, the infant and then the older child.

We talk about probiotics, diet, the correct way to wean, and how to prevent food allergies and asthma and aero-allergy. What to AVOID keeping in the child's room and the importance of fluids in the diet of children.

For this and much more, keep listening

Should children get the COVID vaccine in India? (Dec 2021) Nov 30, 2021

Why are we not giving COVID vaccines to kids in India, should ie be given? What are the pros & cons of giving the COVID vaccine to children in general? Why is the government of India not starting routine vaccination, and does it make any sense to start now? Should children go to school without vaccination or only after being vaccinated?

An insightful session with foremost vaccine expert - Dr Gaurav Gupta, balancing the two sides of the Coronavirus vaccination for kids debate

Discussion on Dengue - Expert Pediatricians discuss everything about the current Dengue Epidemic (for healthcare professionals) Oct 27, 2021

On 24th Oct 2021, the Association of Pediatricians of the City Beautiful, Chandigarh, organized a Zoom webinar to discuss the current epidemic of Dengue, with experts from PGI, Sec 32 GMCH, and private practitioners talking about various aspects of this dreaded disease.

This is a podcast primarily for healthcare professionals, an audio version of the Zoom webinar (which had slide presentations) and is suitable primarily for doctors, especially paediatricians.

The approximate duration is 2 hours 20 minutes

Top five causes of fever nowadays and the role of antibiotics in these? Oct 09, 2021

We talked about the most common causes of fever in India during and after the rainy seasons called the monsoons, and whether antibiotics have a big role to play in this situation, are they helpful? what are the potential side effects? when they should be used and when they should not be used?

Should kids go to school during COVID? Aug 16, 2021

It has been close to 1.5 years as of Aug 2021 and kids in India are still not attending school?
What do the teachers, parents, children and their pediatrician think about this? Cons and Pros of sending kids to school .... keep listening ... with your amazing host Dr Poonam Gupta and Dr Gaurav Gupta

Creatine supplement for teens - is it safe, effective & recommended? Aug 02, 2021

What is creatine?
What is it used for?
Is it safe?
Has it really been shown to be effective - especially in kids?
What are the concerns about using it?
Bottom line: Which molecule to use, how much to take, what age is it recommended, will it really help?
Should it be taken
Concerns - Dehydration / additives / possible liver and kidney damage
https://i1.wp.com/offseasonathlete.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Creatine-for-teens-infographic.png?resize=468%2C1170&ssl=1 (Infographic)
https://offseasonathlete.com/benefits-of-creatine-for-teen-athletes/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6279854/
https://www.uptodate.com/contents/nutritional-and-non-medication-supplements-permitted-for-performance-enhancement?search=creatine%20supplements&source=search_result&selectedTitle=1~28&usage_type=default&display_rank=1
https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/natural/873.html
https://www.arnoldpalmerhospital.com/content-hub/should-i-let-my-teen-use-creatine
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/creatine-bodybuilding-dietary-supplement-easy-for-teens-to-buy/

Podcasting for Pediatricians, how to make yourself heard. Jul 15, 2021

In conversation with Dr Naveen Kini, senior pediatrician from Bengaluru. The what, why, which and how of podcasting for doctors.

Can we change Covid Vaccines brand after the first dose? Jun 24, 2021

Can i interchange the brands of Coronavirus vaccines in India?

Can I take COVAXIN after COVISHIELD?

Can I take Sputnik after any of the above vaccines?

Why or Why not?

Why are the vaccine studies for different vaccines not comparable?

#covid #vaccines #sputnik #covaxin #covishield #interchangeability

The only 3 things you need to know about Painless vaccines! May 08, 2021

Painless versus painful vaccines, what are the differences, and which vaccine should I take for my child?

Steam & COVID-19 - how does it help? May 05, 2021

Many people are taking Steam and giving it to their kids as well - is it helpful, can it harm, does it cure COVID.

Quarantine and isolation what's the difference and do you need to isolate multiple covid cases? Apr 26, 2021

I have this unusual situation when people who have covid in the same family are being isolated from each other, does this make any sense and what's the difference between this and Quarantine?

What's entomophagy? Or what to do if my child swallows a cockroach? Apr 17, 2021

I had a call from a panicky mother whose toddler had apparently eaten a cockroach, are insects edible, is there any serious harm in eating them, do people eat insects, are they safe, answer to all this and some more fun facts!

Common questions about cervical cancer vaccination for Indian women? Apr 11, 2021

I talked about cervical cancer vaccination in relation to Indian girls and their parents, things like whether there is any relation to menses or fertility, what is the best time to take it, do we still need the PAP smear and many other questions.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding and the safety of covid vaccines? Apr 10, 2021

We talk about whether you can take the coronavirus vaccines if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant or breast-feeding a baby, are the safe, are these effective, are these recommended?

Missed vaccinations due to covid lockdown for your kid? Mar 25, 2021

Did your child's vaccination get delayed or missed due to coronavirus pandemic? Is it necessary to get the vaccination done now, is it safe, is it effective what are the possible side effects, all of the sun were answered in today's podcast!

Students, stress and Exams in the time of Covid 19 in India Feb 27, 2021

A general discussion about students, stress and examinations during the times of Coronavirus. For all parents, teachers, students and anyone interested in child's mental health.

Unstructured play, what it means and why it is important? Feb 23, 2021

What do we mean by free play or unstructured play what are the benefits of this in kids and why is it important for them to do this whether it is running around the park or playing stapu or playing in emaginary games?

Why do I need to take precautions if I take the COVID vaccine? What's the point of that? Feb 05, 2021

We discuss the reasons why COVID vaccine makes sense for you and for your loved ones. Also, why do we still need to maintain social distancing, wear masks and use sanitizers even after taking the vaccination,

Finally, how can all of this help eradicate COVID?

Pulse Polio - Does my child need to take the Polio drops on this day? Feb 01, 2021

What is Pulse Polio day? Why do I need to give this extra dose even when my child has already completed ALL the vaccine doses? Should I go to the centre, or wait for the vaccination people to come to my house? What happens if I miss it? Answer to these questions and more, on this podcast

Blood thinners and the Covid vaccine -is it safe? Jan 29, 2021

What precautions are needed if you are taking blood thinners and want to take the Coronavirus vaccine? If you are taking Aspirin and clopidogrel low molecular weight heparin and warfarin have a bleeding disorder coma what what do you need to do?

A dog, a thief, and a story about Covid vaccines... Jan 06, 2021

How did I explain covid vaccine to my 11 year old daughter, listen to this interesting story and tell me if it makes some sense !

My child has been given an expired vaccine, or an expired medicine, what to do? Jan 04, 2021

We discuss a relatively uncommon problem, accidental administration of an expired vaccine or sometimes an expired medicine to your baby. Is this serious, what needs to be done, and should you continue visiting the same pediatrician?

New Covid mutation in UK, what do we really know? Whats true and whats hype... Dec 22, 2020

We discuss what we know about the Coronavirus mutation in UK as of today 22nd December 2020. Whether it is more communicable, whether it is more dangerous, and whether it means that the vaccines or the treatment will not work?

COVID vaccines, what are the different types available and what will be available in India Dec 18, 2020

All you wanted to know about the different vaccines for Covid in India. FAQs coming up in the next podcast!

What to do it my child swallowed a coin? Or something else? (In English) Dec 08, 2020

Kids can do the darndest things, and swallowing different objects is one of the things that parents are to be careful about. In this episode we talk about swallowing coins, batteries sharp objects and magnets. What needs to be done in this situation?

Safe outdoor activities for kids during covid and why you should do these! Nov 26, 2020

I am seeing a lot of bored, stressed and unhappy kids who are not eating well or sleeping well and in fact not even starting very well and many of them are gaining weight in an unhealthy way too! As a pediatrician this concerns me a lot. Given that mass vaccination is many months or even years away, we have to find out safe ways so that our children can interact with other kids and play outdoors too. Here I talk about why this is important and how we can safety do it.

Holidays during Covid, safe travel tips for you and your kids! (English, mostly) Nov 20, 2020

From travel tips to best safety practices for staying in hotels and homestays, all of this discussed by dr Gaurav and dr Poonam on this friendly podcast

Winter skin care tips for your babies (English) Nov 18, 2020

How frequently should we bathe the baby, what oil to use, how long should we bathe the baby, how to treat great rash or duster rash, nose and skin care. All these questions answered and more...

The new Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine, is it worth the hype? (In English) Nov 14, 2020

I talk about details of this vaccine and the questions that we need to ask about this vaccine and also other vaccine which are likely to come into the market soon. Why this vaccine may or may not be the ideal solution for India.

Painless versus Painful DPT vaccine - again :) बिना दर्द का डीपीटी इंजेक्शन क्या फ़र्क़ है? Nov 06, 2020

क्या डीपीटी इंजेक्शन में फ़र्क़ होता है, मैं अपने बच्ची को कौनसा टीका लगवाऊं ? I am going to explain the difference between DPT painful & pain-less vaccine once more as the questions about these never seem to end :)

How many clothes does my child need in winter? Nov 05, 2020

A burning question in the mind of parents especially those with small babies is that they may be under dressing or overdressing their babies. Dr. Gaurav Gupta answer these questions with some simple tips so that you can decide if your child is wearing the correct number of clothes during winters, to avoid problem like rash fever etc.

Child won't eat without Mobile or screen, what to do? (Hindi mostly) Oct 31, 2020

What can I do if my toddler refuses to eat without watching TV, mobile or tablet? Practical tips for parents on how to avoid it stop screens while eating meals

What to do if you or your family members get Covid? Oct 21, 2020

How long do I remain infectious after covid,when is the maximum chances of complications, what do we need to monitor, what are the warning signs, when is it safe to meet my family, when is it safe to go out do I need to get tested before I go out, do my family members need to be tested if I'm positive, and how long do covid symptoms including weakness and loss of taste and smell last?

COVID testing - RT/PCR, Rapid Antigen & Antibody test - what to do and when? (English + Hindi) Oct 12, 2020

Most doctors, health workers and general public have no idea about the different tests that are available for Coronavirus testing, and more importantly, when to which test, what are the benefits and shortcomings of each test.

We discuss this in today's podcast

Happy international coffee day! Can children drink coffee? When and how much? Oct 01, 2020

Is caffeine good or bad for your child? What age to start coffee? How much caffeine do energy drinks and cold drinks have? Benefits and side effects of coffee... All on the international coffee day on 1st October..

How to make better videos for zoom and YouTube, sound better and look better, tips for doctors (Hindi + English) Sep 24, 2020

This is an unusual podcast that does not focus on anything medical, here I talk about my experiences in how to make better audios and videos for various online platforms, these tips are useful for beginners especially doctors and also for anyone else who is interested in creating a better online presence.

Does my child have coronavirus? Some frequently asked questions, answered by a pediatrician Sep 20, 2020

Simple question and answers about coronavirus in children. Your personal child specialist answers your queries about covid-19.

Digital vision syndrome DVS for students, tips to prevent eye fatigue during covid-19! Sep 14, 2020

In this episode we have our personal eye specialist doctor Poonam Gupta, from Charak clinics Mohali, discussing something that she has lot of expertise in, digital vision syndrome or eye strain and eye fatigue in children. reasons why people have it, simple tips to reduce or prevent it altogether, and when to consult for all discussed in this podcast. You can even get a personalized teleconsultation with her at 9876 153 775.

Can infrared thermometer damage my brain, seriously? (Hindi+English) Aug 31, 2020

The internet and social media is unfortunately filled with lots of medical advice that is not only and true to but potentially dangerous as well. So can the infrared non-contact digital thermometer that is used for covid-19 across the world damage my brain if disappointed to my forehead? I remember social media posts being forwarded and now even videos are circulating about this without any particular attribution to any particular doctor or scientific organisation, here I answer this question.

Ear Piercing for kids, when how what to use where & why not ? (Hindi + English) Aug 24, 2020

Tips from your personal child specialist Dr Gaurav Gupta about ear piercing for your child. What material, what method, who should it, after care, when to suspect infection or allergy, and how to treat these,

All this and more, with additional inputs from Dr Jyotsna, Community pediatrician from Chandigarh.

Bathing and shampooing your newborn baby, simple tips for pediatricians to share with parents Aug 15, 2020

For this episode I would like to thank Dr. Jyotsna for helping me out with some simple common sense tips about went to bathe and when not to bathe your baby, how best to shampoo the baby, taking care of cradle cap, umbilical cord, cleaning the neck, armpits, ears etc. and what cream and oil to use and when to use. Pediatricians and parents alike should find this very helpful

Bow legs and knock knees, when do we need to see a doctor and when is it normal? Aug 13, 2020

Dr Gaurav Gupta talks about two common bone problems that small babies have, bow legs and knock knees did you know that this could be normal? We discuss when do we need to see a doctor what are the reasons for this and when do we not need to worry about these common orthopaedic problems

Why I will not vaccinate your child with the vaccine that you buy from outside? Aug 11, 2020

Most of the pediatricians would have had request from kids parents about buying the vaccine from their trusted chemists and getting it to the pediatrician here are the reasons by why don't you don't recommend that you should do that for your baby as well... It is in the interest of your baby's health

Funny or abnormally shaped head in small babies, causes and their treatment... By Dr Gaurav Gupta MD Aug 06, 2020

We talked about abnormal head shapes in small babies less than 2 years. What are the reasons that this may happen, what are the common ways to prevent and to treat it, all of this and more by your personal child specialist Dr Gaurav Gupta pediatrician from charak clinics Mohali India.

Which face mask should I buy? Jul 25, 2020

There is so much confusing information about which type of face masks should you buy in the current covid pandemic, so as a parent or as a general public user which mask is the best for you? That which is convenient safe and effective! Dr Gaurav Gupta discusses this important yet commonly misunderstood situation.

Will herd immunity against coronavirus help? Maybe not right now.... Jul 23, 2020

Dr Gaurav Gupta comedy your personal child specialist talks about why herd immunity against coronavirus that is being shown in India may not lead to controlling of the transmission of this virus. Dr. Jacob John lecture on epidemiology of covid-19 can be seen here https://diapindia.org/event-details.php?event=296&title=Covid-19-pandemic----An-epidemiological-Overview

Face masks with valves, should I use them? Jul 21, 2020

We discuss about the benefits of and the side effects of using face masks with valves, should we use them during the current coronavirus pandemic? Are they good or are they bad!

What is the safe age for babies to wear masks to protect from covid? Jul 18, 2020

Dr Gaurav Gupta your personal child specialist l, talks about the minimum age at which your baby should be wearing a mask, why a mask be dangerous in small babies, how to encourage older kids to wear masks etcetera.

The Russian Coronavirus vaccine, is this the answer? Jul 15, 2020

Lots of parents are been asking me about the new Russian coronavirus vaccine which has been claimed to be the first successful vaccine against covid. Does it really work as of July 2020, is it the answer to the pandemic, find out in the next 4 minutes!

7 golden rules to prevent kidney disease in children Jul 11, 2020

We discuss common symptoms of Kidney Disease in kids, and how to prevent them from happening by using 7 common sense suggestions from a non profit organisation called kidney foundation for children run by leading paediatric nephrologist in India, which means Kidney specialist doctors for children.

Coronavirus and MMR vaccines, BCG vaccine, and Covid vaccine from India, and Coronil .. my opinion Jul 05, 2020

I try to answer a few hit topics about covid nowadays, about 3 vaccines and also about the medicine by Baba Ramdev... A pediatrician perspective, as of 5th July 2020

Twenty common immunization questions by Indian moms... Especially about covid Jul 02, 2020

Last month we had an FB live session on momspresso website. There were lots of questions by mothers. Here are the top 20 questions on vaccination and immunisation that were asked by mother's including questions on combination vaccines vaccines, delay in vaccines vaccines, side effects of vaccines, safety of vaccines vaccines, catch up vaccinations, and specific questions on boosters, Japanese encephalitis, influenza, pneumonia vaccines etc.

On 26th June 2020 i will be talking on combination vaccines on momspresso Jun 25, 2020

On 26th of June 2020, I will be talking about combination vaccines their uses advantages, and answering all your question at 3:00 p.m. on the Facebook page of momspresso. Tune In then and check out the discussion.

Anti blue ray & anti glare glasses for kids and adults? Do they work? Dr Poonam eye doctor explains! Jun 19, 2020

Mere se Lotto interest in anti glare and blue light glasses because of the lockdown causing increased screen time for kids with home work and also adults working from home. Is this something that helps? Doctor Poonam Gupta, Eye specialist doctor, discusses this important issue with doctor Gaurav Gupta, your personal Child Specialist.

Is microwave cooking dangerous? Can it cause cancer? Does it destroy vitamins? Find out... Jun 17, 2020

There are many safety concerns amongst parents regarding microwave cooking, whether they be my relatives on my patients. Here are some facts about common questions that are asked, I discuss the science behind whether microwave cooking can cause cancer, does it destroy the nutrition in your food, and should you use it for your child or not?

Dark circles around eyes, why it happens and how to treat it? With eye doctor Dr Poonam Gupta, MD Jun 15, 2020

What are the reasons for getting dark circles in children. Can we reduce it or prevent it. Eye specialist Dr Poonam Gupta discusses this common problem with your personal Child Specialist Dr. Gaurav Gupta.

Newborn behaviour - sneezing, hiccups, grunting, blowing bubbles, is any of this serious? Jun 11, 2020

Dr Gaurav Gupta pediatrician from Mohali Punjab talks about some common things newborns do... Are these normal or do they suggest a problem with my small baby? Find out more about this here 😊

How to keep genitals clean in kids, how to manage phimosis? with Dr. Rajesh Nathani, Peds surgeon May 30, 2020

Discussing how to keep the genitals clean, in girls and boys, common mistakes that we make. What is Phimosis, when does it NOT need to be treated, what are the treatment options, and when do we need surgery. Dr. Rajesh Nathani, Pediatric Surgeon from Nathani Clinic, Chembur, Mumbai, patiently explains all of this and more in this Covid Lockdown Zoom chat with your Personal Child Specialist Doctor from Charak Clinics, Mohali, Dr. Gaurav Gupta. Jump to what you want to know 1:48 Cleaning the female genitalia 4:15 Cleaning the male genitalia 6:10 What to use to clean the genitals 6:50 Cleaning the older male child genitals 8:00 What is normal (phsyiological phimosis) 8:50 Infant smegma - is it normal? 10:10 What is Phimosis? 12:40 Explaining phimosis in hindi 13:30 Problems with dai massage of genitals 15:50 Ballooning of Foreskin - what does it mean? 17:25 Steroid creams for Phimosis 20:48 Surgical treatment of Phimosis - Circumcision 23:43 Summary of all advice in Hindi 25:00 Religious & Ritual circumcision - when is a good time? 29:00 Long foreskin - what to do? 31:24 Closing comments with Dr. Rajesh Nathani DIRECT QUESTION by Whatsapp message at 9872303775. Charges INR (Rs.) 300 OR USD 5 per Question. Pay via Paytm/ Bhim UPI/ Google Pay. For Paypal email ID docgaurav@gmail.com Disclaimer This information is intended as a patient education resource only and should not be used for diagnosing or treating health problem as it is not a substitute for expert professional care. If you have or suspect you may have a health problem please consult your healthcare provider

Face mask, are they dangerous? May 22, 2020

Can face mask cause you to die, make your lungs burst, make you unconscious? All the viral rumours answer by your personal child specialist doctor Gaurav Gupta.

Coronavirus vaccines, separating facts from fiction, when are we going to get one? May 11, 2020

We have been hearing a lot about coronavirus vaccines, doctor Gaurav Gupta discusses how soon is a vaccine likely to be available for injecting in High risk population, children, older age groups and the entire population of the world!

Tips for doctors on how to use and clean their mobiles in hospitals during coronavirus? May 09, 2020

Recent British Medical Journal article talks about the potential of cross infection due to the use of mobile phone by Healthcare workers in hospital and clinic settings, doctor Gaurav Gupta discusses these steps so that we can reduce the chances of cross infection during covid-19 Pandemic.

Can Vit D prevent & help treat Coronavirus? With Dr Sushma Rawat, MD, Vit D Expert & Holistic Doctor (English & Hindi) May 03, 2020

Talking about Vit D in times of CoronaVirus - does it help in preventing or treating COVID? Also dose of Vit D during lockdown and the best way to get the VIt D. Dr. Sushma Rawat is MD Paediatrics, practising for 29 years. In past 12 years, she found amazing cure for many disease using vitamin D and life style modifications, sunbath being is one of the component. Most important thing is the diseases are getting cured by eradicating the root cause and not just symptomatic relief and most important treatment does not have side effects. She has written 2 books - Freedom from Epilepsy & The Golden Rays - Sunbath - Why & How? Available on Amazon India https://www.amazon.in/Golden-Rays-Sun... Ask a DIRECT QUESTION by Whatsapp message at 9872303775. Charges INR (Rs.) 300 OR USD 5 per Question. Pay via Paytm/ Bhim UPI/ Google Pay. For Paypal email ID docgaurav@gmail.com Disclaimer This information is intended as a patient education resource only and should not be used for diagnosing or treating health problem as it is not a substitute for expert professional care. If you have or suspect you may have a health problem please consult your healthcare provider

4 supplements during the Coronavirus pandemic to Boost Your immunity Apr 17, 2020

Dr Gaurav Gupta MD, pediatrician talks about commonly available supplements that can reduce the risk of respiratory tract infection and used for boosting immunity during the coronavirus epidemic that is going on at present

Fall and head injury in kids, three things to look out for how to know if it is dangerous? Apr 05, 2020

Dr Gaurav Gupta, MD, your personal Child Specialist talks about the three Ways You Can identify if you are babies fall that has led to head injury is likely to be serious and require a visit to the doctor for emergency in hospital or it is something that you can wait and watch for some time.

Can groceries and delivery spread coronavirus, can I eat vegetables and fruits ? 3 reasons & 3 ways Mar 30, 2020

Dr Gaurav Gupta, your personal Child Specialist answers common questions about the coronavirus pandemic including provisions about coronavirus spread through food and groceries and about the safety of eating fruits and vegetables in this time.

What to do about routine vaccines during coronavirus pandemic? Should we delay or go now to the Dr.? Mar 25, 2020

Dr Gaurav Gupta talks about routine vaccines and what to do do if they are getting delayed due to the lockdown resulting from coronavirus epidemic in India and also many other countries in the world.

Face masks and coronavirus pandemic, what where why how when and the common mistakes that we make Mar 23, 2020

Some very useful practical simple to follow tips about using face mask answering the common questions including why to use them, where to use them, when to use them, how to use them, which face mask to use and finally the most obvious simple and easy to prevent ways we do it wrong, all of this by your personal child specialist Dr Gaurav Gupta from Mohali Punjab India

Should we avoid eggs and chicken during coronavirus, should we drink more alcohol? Mar 19, 2020

There are lots of myths spreading through social media in this era of coronavirus pandemic , doctor Gaurav Gupta your personal Child Specialist tries to answer some of the common one's. In here we talk about poultry and alcohol and its relation to corona virus especially in India.

Three Mistakes not to make while buying a hand sanitizer for kids Mar 11, 2020

3 important considerations and one major precaution to know if you are a parent planning to use a hand sanitizer on your children in this era of coronavirus

Flu vaccine and the Corona virus, two reasons to take the flu vaccine and one reason not to take it Mar 05, 2020

Dr Gaurav Gupta, your personal Child Specialist, discusses the pros and cons of taking the Influenza vaccination in this age of coronavirus epidemic, two reasons why it makes sense and one reason why it doesn't!

What's the right age to go with a baby to watch a movie, to the mall, to catch a flight? (ENGLISH) Feb 28, 2020

We discuss when is the right time to take a baby out of the house for example to see a movie or to go on a plane or to do some shopping in a mall et cetera

Noisy joints, snapping or popping sounds in knuckles hips knees etc. in kids (English) Feb 21, 2020

Noisy joints, snapping or popping sounds in knuckles hips knees etc. in kids. Cause treatment and when to worry!

What is the difference between drops and syrup? (ENGLISH) Feb 04, 2020

What is the difference between drops and syrup? Dr Gupta, your personal Child Specialist talks about common questions regarding child health.

Top three reasons why your healthy child may have increased blood liver enzymes?(ENGLISH) Jan 16, 2020

Doctor Gaurav Gupta, your personal Child Specialist talks about the top three reasons why your child suddenly have abnormal enzymes like SGPT and sgpt in a blood test without having any other problems whatsoever!

Breaking news, full fat milk makes you thin!(ENGLISH) Jan 06, 2020

Recent study published in December 2019 in the American journal of clinical nutrition clearly shows that low fat milk does not help kids lose weight, while full fat Cow's milk can actually help children become thin... more details by your personal child specialist, Dr. Gaurav Gupta

Blocked nose in small babies – treatment? 4 TIPS that can get great results, from your pediatrician (ENGLISH) Nov 29, 2019

Dr. Gaurav Gupta, your personal child specialist discusses tips about managing blocked nose with things like saline drops, humidifiers, suction bulbs and other measures too.

You can watch the youtube video regarding this topic here https://youtu.be/bdHBV-k2sUw

Can I start rotavirus vaccination for my baby at 6 months age? (ENGLISH) Nov 19, 2019

This was a question asked in my OPD practise about rotavirus vaccination that got delayed for a baby this started now at the age of 6 months question mark

Can blood cancer be transferred from parents to their children ?(ENGLISH) Nov 11, 2019

In this episode the Gaurav Gupta talks about an interesting question that came up during the OPD consultation with the father who was suffering from a type of leukaemia,blood cancer...

Do I need to repeat the medicine if my baby vomits, simple tips(ENGLISH) Nov 04, 2019

Dr Gaurav Gupta discusses very common question among parents do I need to repeat the medicine if my child vomits? Very simple tips for happy and healthy parenthood.

How does Dengue (not) Spread ? (ENGLISH) Nov 01, 2019

How does Dengue (not) Spread ?

•By holding a baby?

•By kissing a baby?

•By breastfeeding a baby?

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This information is intended as a patient education resource only and should not be used for diagnosing or treating health problem as it is not a substitute for expert professional care.

If you have or suspect you may have a health problem please consult your healthcare provider

Bringing fever down without medicines in your baby, when to sponge and how to sponge? (ENGLISH) Oct 09, 2019

Commonest mistakes most parents make while trying to bring the temperature down in case of high fever by sponging..

Cellphones & Screen Time - How do they damage your child's eye & health, also simple tips to help - Featuring Dr. Poonam Gupta, MS (Eye Doctor) Oct 03, 2019

Cellphones & Screen Time - How do they damage your child's eye & health, also simple tips to help - Featuring Dr. Poonam Gupta (Eye Doctor, Ophthalmologist). Dr. Gaurav Gupta - Pediatrician & your host discuss the common problems with her, including dryness, obesity, spectacles, and how to reduce this epidemic of increased screen time.

Ranitidine & NDMA controversy - is it really being Banned? (ENGLISH) Sep 28, 2019

Ranitidine & NDMA controversy - is it really being Banned? (ENGLISH)

Ranitidine Ban - Is it True? Is Ranitidine really Dangerous? Do we need to worry about it? Will it give us Cancer? Is it banned now in America/ India? What is NDMA? Answering these and other similar questions, your personal child specialist - Dr. Gaurav Gupta Disclaimer This information is intended as a patient education resource only and should not be used for diagnosing or treating health problem as it is not a substitute for expert professional care. If you have or suspect you may have a health problem please consult your healthcare provider

Burns first aid, FAQ and a viral video that is dangerous! Sep 10, 2019

Dr Gaurav Gupta, your personal Child Specialist discusses the best way to avoid pain and scarring after burns in your baby, commonly asked questions, and a viral WhatsApp video that is completely false and very dangerous!

Dengue 3 - Vaccination - What's special about Dengue Vaccine? Jul 30, 2019

In continuation of the previous episodes of Dengue, in this episode Dr. Gaurav Gupta, Pediatrician discusses about Dengvaxia - Dengue vaccine that is available in some countries but NOT licensed for use in India as of July 2019.

Dengue 2 - Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention, home remedies, and common myths about platelets Jul 24, 2019

Dengue symptoms and prevention, common myths about dengue treatment, the dengue family, home remedies of dengue including goat milk, papaya, kiwi, giloy, Limca in Dengue, Dr. Agrawal formula of 20, prevention of Dengue

Dengue part 1, all about the virus, mosquitoes fake messages and mosquito repellents Jul 16, 2019

Dengue part 1, details about dengue virus, dengue mosquito, common fake messages that are viral on WhatsApp and social media, mosquito repellents, what works and what does not

Chamki Bukhaar, Litchi & Brain Fever, can it affect my child? Jul 03, 2019

Dr. Gaurav Gupta, talks about the recent deaths in Muzzafarpur district of Bihar and how they can be prevented?
Also discussed Japanese Encephalitis Vaccination, and tips to prevent brain fever,

Are these black thread like worms in my babies stool? Jun 11, 2019

Your infant of less than 1 year age is suddenly starting to have BLACK thread like worm like thing in their stool? Is it really worms? what is it ? Does my baby need deworming? Dr. Gaurav Gupta, your Personal Child specialist has ALL the answers !

Nipah Virus in India 2019 - Should I be worried? Jun 07, 2019

Dr Gaurav Gupta, your personal Child Specialist discuss the recent nipah virus case in Kerala in June 2019 and the top 10 things you would NEED to know about the nipah virus, how serious is it? How can You prevent it ? Is it treatable? Why is everyone so scared about it? Where is the latest epidemic happening? How can I avoid it?

Did PUBG kill This Child? Jun 03, 2019

Recent news reported that on may 21st 2019, a 16 year old boy died in Indore, MP, India after playing PUBG continuously for 6 hours. Dr. Gaurav Gupta, Pediatrician, Your Personal Child Specialist, discuss the possible causes of this tragic event and possible ways to diagnose and prevent this happening in your child,

My baby has RED diaper, PINK urine, is this dangerous? May 28, 2019

Dr Gaurav Gupta your personal Child Specialist explains about by children may have red or pink urine during the first year of their life and whether this is dangerous or not, and how to manage this problem

Deworming, is it needed, when to do, how to do, preventing worms in children. May 23, 2019

Deworming, is it needed, when to do, how to do, preventing worms in children. Many tips for Indian children and their parents from your personal child specialist Dr Gaurav Gupta

Itchy red irritated Eyes in summers / change of season? Dr. Poonam Gupta, Eye Specialist talks about May 18, 2019

In interview with Dr. Poonam Gupta, MS Eye Specialist about Itchy red irritated Eyes in summers / change of season? Dr. Poonam Gupta, Eye Specialist talks about common causes, treatment prevention

Epistaxis or Nose Bleeds - 3 causes, 3 home treatments and 3 ways to prevent it from happening May 09, 2019

Epistaxis or Nose Bleeds - 3 causes, 3 home treatments and 3 ways to prevent it from happening, facts for parents by Your Personal Child Specialist - Dr. Gaurav Gupta

Taking care of the Belly Button, Umbilical Cord in Newborn Babies -Tips from your personal Child specialist, Dr. Gaurav Gupta May 03, 2019

Taking care of the Belly Button, Umbilical Cord in Newborn Babies -Tips from your personal Child specialist, Dr. Gaurav Gupta

Top 3 differences between Crocin (Paracetamol) and Ibugesic (Ibuprofen) for Fever in Children, and which medicine to use for your child ? Apr 24, 2019

Top 3 differences between Crocin (Paracetamol) and Ibugesic (Ibuprofen) for Fever in Children, and which medicine to use for your child ?

What would you prefer if your kid had vomiting with fever, what you should give if there is swelling or injury with fever?

Also top myths about using these medicines, including common FAQs, all answered by your personal child specialist, Dr. Gaurav Gupta, MD

All about Vitamin D, dietary sources, blood test, treatment for children and adult in India Apr 19, 2019

Dr Gaurav Gupta, pediatrician talks about common questions regarding vitamin D, its role in maintaining health of the body, what are the Natural Sources, how to interpret the blood test reports, and how to treat and prevent vitamin D deficiency in Indian children and adults

How to increase breast milk in in mothers Apr 17, 2019

Tips about diet common medicines, herbal remedies at cetera that can help mothers to increase their breast feeding to satisfy the newborn babies coma given by pediatrician doctor Gaurav Gupta comma with special reference to Indian diet

The top three common causes of fever in children, do's and don'ts in fever, and calculating medicine Apr 10, 2019

The top three common causes of fever in children, do's and don'ts in fever, and calculating medicine doses like Paracetamol and Ibuprofen in children with fever

Common side effects that occur immediately after routine vaccinations Apr 09, 2019

Common side effects that occur immediately after routine vaccinations and simple ways to manage them

Deodorants for kids, what is the right age, are they safe, are they needed? Apr 04, 2019

Deodorants for kids, what is the right age, are they safe, are they needed? Dr Gaurav Gupta pediatrician talks about this slightly unusual question and discuss the various causes of body odour , and the differences between antiperspirants and deodorants, and also questions about hygiene for teenagers and rare causes of body odour

,, IN HINDI हिंदी में top 10 questions about formula feeding dabbe ka doodh Mar 31, 2019

,, IN HINDI हिंदी में top 10 questions about formula feeding dabbe ka doodh,Intro: Breast milk is the best, simple cow milk formula 1. Sterilize bottle – 5 mins new bottle 2. Sterile water – 1 min 3. Making formula – level scoop 4. How much needed – 5. How frequently feeding is needed? 6. How to know if baby is hungry? 7. How do I know if the feeding is adequate? 8. Interesting question - How long can I keep formula? 9. Can I make formula and keep in fridge 10. Spitting formula – changing formula? High end formula? 11. DHA & ARA

The top 10 questions about formula feeding my baby, answered by your personal Child Specialist Mar 27, 2019

Intro: Breast milk is the best, simple cow milk formula

1. Sterilize bottle – 5 mins new bottle

2. Sterile water – 1 min

3. Making formula – level scoop

4. How much needed –

5. How frequently feeding is needed?

6. How to know if baby is hungry?

7. How do I know if the feeding is adequate?

8. Interesting question - How long can I keep formula?

9. Can I make formula and keep in fridge

10. Spitting formula – changing formula? High end formula?

11. DHA & ARA
As pediatricians we always believe that breastfeeding is the best, however due to many reasons sometimes formula feeding is required, doctor Gaurav Gupta answers the most common queries about top milk, which formula to give and why

The top 3 reasons why I do this podcast and YouTube videos on health information abt kids! Mar 23, 2019

You wanted to know and Dr Gaurav Gupta, pediatrician obliged. Here are the top three reasons as to why this podcast about parenting and Child Health exists as per the pediatrician himself!

Small swelling in the neck of children comma commonest reasons and when to suspect serious problems? Mar 22, 2019

Your personal child specialist doctor Gaurav Gupta discusses a tricky question, what are the reasons for neck swelling commonly in children and when do I need to worry as a parent and show to a pediatrician as soon as possible?

Choosing cervical cancer vaccine, what's the difference between the vaccines and is it really needed Mar 20, 2019

In this episode your personal child specialist doctor Gaurav Gupta talks about the need for cervical cancer vaccine and also the difference between the currently available vaccines in India.

How soon can I feed the baby after vaccination, do I need to wait? Short FAQs answered.. Mar 19, 2019

Dr Gaurav Gupta talks about a common questionHow soon can I feed the baby after vaccination, do I need to wait? Short FAQs answered..

How to collect urine for examination in your baby and children? Mar 18, 2019

In this episode after Gaurav Gupta your personal Child Specialist talks about the tricks and difficulties in collecting urine to rule out or confirm a urinary tract infection in your child specific concerns about small babies urine collection are also discussed

What vaccines are compulsory and what are optional for my child? Do I need to take all the vaccines? Mar 14, 2019

Parents are confused about what vaccines should be taken for their babies, Dr Gaurav Gupta discusses compulsory and optional vaccines and also the Indian Academy of Pediatrics recommendation of recommended vaccines and vaccines in special situations so that you can plan vaccination for your baby.

Which milk is best for the baby? Should I give toned or skimmed milk to my baby?? Mar 14, 2019

In this episode Dr Gaurav Gupta pediatrician talks about breast milk versus formula milk Vs cow milk for your baby and also answers some frequently asked questions and busts a few myth about milk for babies

Pulse polio vaccination, common questions answers for parents in India Mar 10, 2019

Today 10th of March 2019 is pulse polio day in a large part of our country India Dr Gaurav Gupta pediatrician take this opportunity to encourage all parents of children less than 5 years age to take the Pulse Polio drops and also answers common questions about the pulse polio vaccination

Inhalers in childhood asthma, asthma basics, common parents question, and why inhalera are the best treatment with least side effects least amount of medicine and most effectiveness in treating children with allergic bronchitis Mar 10, 2019

Dr Gaurav Gupta talks about Indian parents concern about using inhalation therapy for children with allergic bronchitis, reactive Airway disease, asthma and discusses about habit forming nature, strongness of inhalers, whether the child will grow out of asthma and many other common questions about asthma inhalers and other forms of treatment

Children and spectacles, with special guest Dr Poonam Gupta MS eyes specialist Mar 09, 2019

Indian parents have a lot of questions about spectacle used for their kids and in this episode we have Dr Poonam Gupta MS, Eye specialist who talks about the common questions regarding spectacle used for children. This is our first episode with a special guest teacher, and you would love to have your feedback so that we can plan future episodes with experts of various specialities related to child health and child care.

Painless vs painful DPT vaccination, what's the difference, and what to do? Mar 09, 2019

Dr Gaurav Gupta talks about one of his pet topic and a very common question by first time parents especially in India what is the difference between painless and painful DPT vaccination, and which vaccination should I choose for their baby

Does your child snore, breathe through the mouth, they may have adenoids... Mar 05, 2019

In this episode Dr Gaurav Gupta talks about adenoids diagnosed generally when a child has snoring or mouth breathing, their diagnosis, how to treat it with medicines, and when is surgery needed to prevent complications

Teeth grinding in children, why deworming doesn't work, and four questions to ask the child? Mar 04, 2019

One of the most commonly held misconception in parents is that teeth grinding occurs due to worms in their children, this is not true, in this episode doctor Gaurav Gupta discusses four questions to ask and a remedy to help reduce bruxism in your child

What's the best walker to buy for my baby? Mar 02, 2019

Dr Gaurav Gupta pediatrician talks about Walkers that are supposed to add walking in small babies between 6 to 12 months of age. Are they needed, are there any problems using them, and what's the best thing to do if you have a Walker?

3 ways to prevent getting Swine flu Mar 01, 2019

There is an epidemic of Influenza going on in North India as of 2019, here are three simple ways to reduce the chances of getting Swine Flu even if you come in contact with the possible patient...

Why should I not give antibiotics to my child, after all my doctor gives it? Mar 01, 2019

Avoiding antibiotic abuse, AAA , this is a huge problem more so in India where antibiotics are practically available over the counter on the whims and fancies of parents and chemist alike , combine this with many doctors over prescribing antibiotic and you have a recipe for disaster. In this episode Dr Gaurav Gupta discusses why antibiotics maybe bad for your child in the short and long-term...

There's a rat in my kitchen! What to do if your child is bitten by a rat, is Rabies vaccine needed? Feb 28, 2019

Inspired by the famous UB 40 song Dr Gaurav Gupta pediatrician discusses what to do with rodent bites due to rats, mice, squirrels Hamsters, Guinea pigs and rabbits etcetera do you need rabies vaccination? Also, what's new as per the World Health Organisation position paper on rabies vaccination in April 2018?

Am I feeding my baby enough? 3 ways in which you as a parent can ensure that your baby is feeding well! Feb 26, 2019

In this episode Dr Gaurav Gupta pediatrician discusses 3 simple ways that parents can ensure that they are adequately feeding their newborn babies, also some tips about how frequently to feed the baby are provided

Help! My baby is doing green poop loose motions potty which antibiotics should I give? Feb 26, 2019

In this episode Dr Gaurav Gupta pediatrician talks about green coloured loose motions, stomach infection that is a common problem and the panic this seems to induce in many parents, do we really need an antibiotic in this situation? Hear up to know the answer...

How to sponge my child having very high fever, is it only on the forehead? Feb 25, 2019

A common mistake made by most parents having children with high fever is to do sponging on the forehead of the baby only , this is not correct , Dr Gaurav Gupta pediatrician discusses the right way to do tepid sponging or tap water sponging for your child to instantly bring down their fever to manageable limits

Influenza vaccination for school going kids going to the hostel, is it a good idea? Feb 24, 2019

Dr Gaurav Gupta talks about the recent increase in the influenza cases across the world including India, and recommendations by certain schools that have day boarding, residential schools, hostels to vaccinate children with Influenza vaccination before coming back from the winter break , is this a good idea?

What happens after BCG vaccination at birth? Feb 23, 2019

In this episode Dr Gaurav Gupta pediatrician talks about the unusual reaction that happens after BCG vaccination, many a times pediatricians forget to inform the parents causing a lot of unnecessary anxiety

Oops, I missed the due date for my baby's vaccination what should I do? Feb 22, 2019

Oops, I missed the date for my child vaccination , can I still take the vaccination? How early or late can any vaccine be taken?

Help! My child has an injury, does she need a tetanus booster? Feb 19, 2019

In this episode Dr Gaurav Gupta MD pediatrician talks about the surprising lack of awareness about when tetanus booster needs to be taken for kids and adults, this ignorance among layperson and even many Healthcare professionals is real.... you might be surprised to know the answer to when tetanus booster are needed for children and adults

What is the SINGLE most common cause of constipation in small babies and older kids? Feb 18, 2019

Dr Gaurav Gupta MD, pediatrician from India talks about the commonest cause of constipation and how to avoid it in babies and older kids as well

How NOT to give steam inhalation to your child Feb 17, 2019

In this episode doctor Gaurav Gupta MD your personal Child Specialist talks about the problems of giving steam inhalation to children and what are the three best alternative ways of making sure that your child gets inhalation treatment without having chances of getting burnt

Best time to take the swine flu vaccine in India you would be surprised to know the answer! Feb 14, 2019

When is the right time to take the Swine Flu vaccination in India? You would be surprised to hear the ANSWER!

Is my pediatrician good enough for my kids? Feb 13, 2019

In this episode Dr Gaurav Gupta MD from charak clinics Mohali, India talks about one single rule that can help parents figure out if their pediatrician is doing the job properly and is competent enough to take care of your kids.

How much toothpaste does my child need? Feb 13, 2019

Recently the American Academy of Pediatrics has expressed concern about excessive intake of fluoride from toothpaste by children, in this episode doctor Gaurav Gupta MD discusses when to start brushing, how much toothpaste to use at different ages and the dangers of fluorosis

Diet for children with diarrhoea, loose motions Feb 13, 2019

Dr Gaurav Gupta MD from charak clinics India talks about diet for children with diarrhoea and vomiting, including the do's and don'ts for feeding the child

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