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Newborn hospitalized with herpes after circumcision involving oral suction
health24 days ago

Newborn hospitalized with herpes after circumcision involving oral suction

A two-week-old newborn at Wolfson Medical Center developed a severe herpes infection after a brit milah that used direct oral suction. The virus was detected in the infant's cerebrospinal fluid, indicating central nervous system involvement; he is receiving IV antiviral therapy for three weeks and may require months of preventive treatment, with potential lifelong neurological harm. Health authorities warn against direct oral suction and urge use of a sterile tube to prevent mouth-to-wound contact, highlighting the Health Ministry's guidelines and the need for parental informed consent.

via Yahoo|
#brit-milah#circumcision#direct-oral-suction
Halo Magic Sleepsuits Recalled Over Zippers Detaching, Raising Choking Hazard
us-news1 month ago

Halo Magic Sleepsuits Recalled Over Zippers Detaching, Raising Choking Hazard

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a recall for Halo Dream Inc.’s Magic Sleepsuits after zippers detach, potentially creating choking hazards for infants. About 45,000 sleepsuits with batch codes PO30592, PO30641, and PO30685 (Made in India) sold from September 2025 to February 2026 on Amazon, Walmart, Target, and Halo’s site are affected. HALO has logged 15 reports of detached zipper heads; no injuries have been reported. Consumers should stop using the recalled sleepwear and HALO is offering refunds.

via The Daily Beast|
#choking-hazard#halo-sleepsuits#infant
health3 months ago

Critical Condition of 11-Month-Old Baby Due to Measles in Jerusalem

An 11-month-old unvaccinated baby in Jerusalem died from measles complications, marking the 13th fatality in Israel's recent outbreak, which predominantly affects unvaccinated infants. Health authorities emphasize the importance of timely MMR vaccinations and recommend additional doses for those in outbreak zones or traveling. Measles is highly contagious, with symptoms including fever, rash, and respiratory issues, and can lead to severe complications, especially in vulnerable populations.

via The Jerusalem Post|
#health#infant#israel
Measles Confirmed in Unvaccinated Iowa Infant in Polk County
health3 months ago

Measles Confirmed in Unvaccinated Iowa Infant in Polk County

A confirmed case of measles has been reported in an infant in Polk County, Iowa, who recently traveled to an area with ongoing measles spread. The child was too young to be vaccinated, and no public exposure sites have been identified. Health officials emphasize the importance of vaccination to prevent the spread of measles, which can cause serious complications, especially in young children.

via WHO13.com|
#health#infant#measles
6-Week-Old Newborn Mauled to Death by Family Dog in Tennessee
tragedy1 year ago

6-Week-Old Newborn Mauled to Death by Family Dog in Tennessee

A 6-week-old baby named Ezra Mansoor was mauled to death by the family’s husky while sleeping in his crib in Knoxville, Tennessee. Despite being in critical condition for nearly a week, Ezra succumbed to his injuries, which included a brain bleed and swelling. The family, who had owned the dog for eight years without any prior signs of aggression, is donating Ezra's organs to help other children. The dog has been taken to an animal shelter as the Knox County Sheriff’s Office investigates the incident.

via New York Post |
#dog-attack#family#infant
"Taco Bell Manager's Quick Actions Save Baby's Life in Drive-Thru Crisis"
human-interest2 years ago

"Taco Bell Manager's Quick Actions Save Baby's Life in Drive-Thru Crisis"

A Pennsylvania Taco Bell manager, Becky Arbaugh, is being hailed as a hero after she performed chest compressions on an 11-month-old baby, Myles, who was struggling to breathe. The child's mother, Natasha Long, described the dramatic scene and credited Arbaugh with saving her son's life. Arbaugh, who described herself as a mother first, acted quickly and calmly, drawing on her own experience with a similar incident involving her daughter. Despite the praise, she sees herself simply as a mother helping another in need.

via NBC News|
#hero#human-interest#infant
"Arrest made in Philadelphia stabbings, including 1-year-old victim"
crime2 years ago

"Arrest made in Philadelphia stabbings, including 1-year-old victim"

Philadelphia police have detained a woman, Takeira Hester, as a person of interest in two separate stabbing incidents, including one involving a 1-year-old infant. The attacks, which officials believe to be random, occurred in Center City, with Hester allegedly stabbing a 24-year-old woman and later approaching two infants in a stroller, stabbing one of them. Hester has a history of aggravated assault charges and a warrant out in New York City, and investigators are looking into her ties to the Philadelphia area.

via NBC News|
#crime#infant#person-of-interest
Tragic Murder-Suicide on 405 Freeway Claims Infant and Adults
crime2 years ago

Tragic Murder-Suicide on 405 Freeway Claims Infant and Adults

A man, an infant, and a woman were found dead at three separate locations in Los Angeles County in a suspected murder-suicide case. The man, identified as Jaelen Allen Chaney, was found dead with apparent stab wounds in an apartment in Woodland Hills, while the woman and their two daughters fled the scene, resulting in the infant's death on the 405 Freeway and the woman's fatal crash in Redondo Beach. The Los Angeles Police Department is investigating the interconnected deaths and collaborating with other law enforcement agencies to determine the full extent of the incidents.

via KTLA Los Angeles|
#california#crime#infant
Infant's Organs Save Lives After Tragic Family Loss in San Francisco Crash
tragedycommunity2 years ago

Infant's Organs Save Lives After Tragic Family Loss in San Francisco Crash

After a tragic car accident in San Francisco, the organs of a 3-month-old boy, along with those of his parents and older brother, have been donated to save the lives of other children. The family, described as "life enhancers," tragically lost their lives in the accident, while the driver of the SUV involved has been released from police custody as authorities consider potential charges.

via Newser|
#car-accident#family-tragedy#infant