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Radiant warmer
Open bed with an overhead warmer to keep the babies warm.

Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS)
This condition is common in premature babies - the air sacs in the lungs collapse due to lack of an essential substance called surfactant. Most babies recover when given increased oxygen, but some need more aggressive therapy.

Rooting reflex
The rooting reflex is a baby's automatic reaction to turn his head and start sucking when his cheek is stroked. It helps babies to breastfeed.

Roseola Infantum
Roseola is a viral illness prevalent in children under the age of two. It is characterised by a high fever - up to 105 degrees F/41 degreees C - lasting four or five days, followed by a pink rash on the trunk.Also known as baby measles.

Rubella
This is a mild, highly contagious viral disease which can cause serious abnormalities in a developing fetus if a pregnant woman is infected, espcially during the first trimester. Women who think that they haven't had rubella, or been immunised against it, are advised to check their immune status with a doctor and make sure they're immunised before trying to conceive.







This is not for diagnosis just a rough guideline. For any further information please consult with a Health Care Professional.