RSV is the most common cause of lower respiratory tract infections in infants and young children, and is one of many viruses that causes colds in children. Infecting the lungs and breathing passages, it is frequently responsible for bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children under age one. In fact, the highest incidence of RSV illness occurs […]
The Flu vaccine is now available as both an injection and a nasal mist. Our pediatricians recommend the yearly flu vaccine for all children age 6 months and older. The nasal flu mist is available for children 2 years of age and older. If this is the first season your child is receiving the flu […]
A review published in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology found that children with asthma who live with smokers have 85% greater odds of hospitalization than asthmatic children who are not exposed to second-hand smoke. Children with asthma also have 66% higher odds of needing emergency care, are 32% more likely to experience wheezing […]
Dr. Elofson, Fakouri, Perilloux and Cook recommend breastfeeding your infant. Breastfeeding your newborn is a natural and inexpensive way to provide a great start to life for your baby. There are definite nutritional benefits and, additionally, it promotes an emotional connection that is unique between the baby and mother. The first few days can […]
Toddlers’ legs often have a bowed appearance. In fact, many children have bowing of the legs until they are about two years old, then they’ll look knock-kneed until they are about six years of age. At times, children may not have straight lower legs until they are nine or ten years old. Bowlegs and knock-knees […]
Although vaccination is the best way to prevent the flu, our board certified pediatricians say that practicing healthy habits can also lend a hand in prevention. For example, WASHING you children’s hands and asking them to COVER their nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing is a good way to avoid spreading germs. Of […]
Misconceptions about the dangers of fever are commonplace. Unwarranted fears about harmful side effects from fever cause lost sleep and unnecessary stress for many parents. Let the following facts help you put fever into perspective: MYTH: All fevers are bad for children. FACT: Fevers turn on the body’s immune system. Fevers are one of the […]
Most kids are now back in school, but that doesn’t mean we can’t make on the some quick improvements to help us get back into a routine. Here are 6 quick tips to help you get back on track: 1. Restart the bedtime routine: It’s hard to get up for school the first day […]
Our pediatricians are always counseling families on a proper, healthy diet for children. One of the things they emphasize, is portion control. But how does one know if you are properly controlling your child food portion? This infographic provides a visual guide to food portion control, using the human hand – fingertips, open palms, closed […]
As parents, we sure know a lot more about sun safety than we did as kids or young adults ourselves. We want to remind you about the sun and your child. Here are a few sun-protection thoughts from our pediatricians: Dr. Rodger Elofson: Over-reliance on sunscreen. Parents don’t always think about it this way, […]