A red flag flying on the lifeguard stand or station indicates that the beach is closed to the public. Reasons for closure include strong rip currents, unsafe surf conditions, hurricanes or other life-threatening hazards in the immediate area.
Newborn eye prophylaxis. Newborn eye prophylaxis refers to the practice of eye drops or ointment containing an antibiotic medication being placed in a newbornâs eyes after birth. This is required by law to protect the baby from an unknown Gonorrhea or Chlamydia infection in the motherâs body.
Newborn jaundice: Picture, causes, symptoms, treatment. What is newborn jaundice? Jaundice is common in newborn babies, and although it can cause concern for parents, it is usually harmless. The symptoms of jaundice are yellowing of the skin and of the whites of the eyes, within a few days after birth. This is also called neonatal jaundice.