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.
JAUNDICE OVERVIEW. Jaundice is a yellow discoloration of the skin and/or whites of the eyes that is often seen in newborn infants. The discoloration is caused by a yellow substance called bilirubin. Infants with high blood levels of bilirubin, called hyperbilirubinemia, develop the yellow color when bilirubin accumulates in the skin.