Cold symptoms start from 1 to 3 days after your child has been in contact with the cold virus. Symptoms often last about 1 week. But they may last up to 2 weeks. Symptoms may be a bit different for each child. In babies, cold symptoms may include: Trouble sleeping Fussiness Stuffy nose (nasal congestion)… Continue reading Symptoms of the common cold in a child
Month: August 2022
Risk for the Common cold
All children are at risk for the common cold. They are more likely than adults to get a cold. Here are some reasons why: Less resistance. A child’s immune system is not as strong as an adult’s when it comes to fighting cold germs. Winter season. Most respiratory illnesses happen in fall and winter, when children are… Continue reading Risk for the Common cold
Causes the common cold in a child
Colds happen when a virus irritates (inflames) the lining of the nose and throat. Colds can be caused by more than 200 different viruses. But most colds are caused by rhinoviruses. To catch a cold, your child must come in contact with someone who is infected with one of the cold viruses. The cold virus… Continue reading Causes the common cold in a child
Common cold in peds
The common cold (upper respiratory infection) is one of the most common illnesses in children. Each year it leads to more healthcare provider visits and missed days from school and work than any other illness. Millions of people in the U.S. will get a cold each year. Here are a few facts: Most children will… Continue reading Common cold in peds
Be savvy in the kitchen
Kettles are one of the most used appliances in the kitchen. But many of us will admit that we at least occasionally boil the kettle with more water than we’re going to use. Avoid overfilling the kettle and save yourself £11 (£12 in NI) a year on your electricity bill. You could also consider fitting… Continue reading Be savvy in the kitchen
Swap your bath for a shower
Some of us might enjoy a long soak in the bath, but swapping just one bath a week with a 4-minute shower could save you £12 (£6 in NI) a year on your energy bills. Find out how saving water at home can help your wallet and the environment.
Spend less time in the shower
Keeping your shower time to just 4 minutes could save a typical household £70 (£35 in NI) a year on their energy bills.
Avoid the tumble dryer
Avoid using a tumble dryer for your clothes: dry clothes on racks inside where possible or outside in warmer weather to save £60 (£65 in NI) a year.
Careful with your washing
You can save around £28 (£15 in NI) a year from your energy bill just by using your washing machine more carefully: Use your washing machine on a 30-degree cycle instead of higher temperatures. Reduce your washing machine use by one run per week for a year.
Turn off lights
Turn your lights off when you’re not using them or when you leave a room. This will save you around £20 (£19 in NI) a year on your annual energy bills. Replacing all the lights in your home with LED bulbs could help you save even more.