Parents urged to watch for dehydration in children during summer

The City of Cape Town has issued a warning to parents as hot summer weather increases the spread of germs, leading to higher cases of diarrhoea and dehydration among children, particularly during November and May. Dehydration, a common complication of diarrhoeal disease, can be especially dangerous for babies and young children. Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Health, Francine Higham, said healthcare workers are on high alert, with staff […]