As a parent, you want the best for your child, including keeping them healthy and fit. However, it’s known that children are more susceptible to infections due to their developing immune systems, socializing with other children, and exposure to various germs. As a parent, it’s essential to understand the common infections in kids, their symptoms,
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Your Child’s First Flu Shot: What to Expect and How to Prepare
As a parent, you want to do everything possible to protect your child from getting sick. One way to do that is by getting them vaccinated, specifically with the flu shot. However, the thought of taking your little one in for their first flu shot can be scary and overwhelming. Here’s everything you need to
Read MoreThe Anatomy of a Cold Virus: How Does It Make You Sick?
The common cold is most often caused by a class of viruses called rhinoviruses. This nasty seasonal illness comes with symptoms of a runny nose, sneezing and coughing. Occurring particularly in the fall and winter, this seven- to 10-day condition impacts seniors, adults, teens, children and even babies. How does the virus work? What can
Read MoreBoosting Your Immune System: Foods and Habits to Help Fight Off Colds and Flu
The immune system defends the body against disease. During the cold and flu season, this system needs a good boost, so you can stay as healthy as possible. Let’s review some foods and habits that can help you and your family fight off acute diseases. Habits That Can Help Protect You and Your Family The
Read MoreUnderstanding Influenza: The Basics of Flu, Its Symptoms, and Risks in Children
Influenza, otherwise known as the flu, is a common respiratory infection caused by the influenza virus. This respiratory infection is more common in flu season, which typically occurs during the fall and winter months (starting around October and lasting through May). The peak of the influenza virus usually occurs between December and February. Every flu
Read MoreThe Importance of Kids’ Physical Exams: Nurturing Healthy Growth and Development
As a key part of your child’s overall health and development, regular physical exams not only ensure that your child is healthy and growing well physically, emotionally, and mentally but also help identify any health concerns early on. Children’s physical exams, whether school physicals, sports physicals, or regular physical exams, should be done by their
Read MoreGrowth and Development Assessment in Kids’ Physical Exams: Tracking Milestones
Childhood growth and development refers to how your child grows and changes physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally. It also involves checking your child’s cognitive and language development. Assessing the growth and development of your child is a crucial part of the pediatric wellness exam. Growth and development assessment during regular physical exams allows healthcare providers
Read MoreThe Importance of Well-Baby Checkups: Tracking Growth and Development
Regular well-baby checkups are as important for your child as sick visits are. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends taking your baby for a well-child visit frequently (at least 11 times) before the age of three years and annually after the age of three years. The regular well-baby checkup includes immunization, a physical exam, assessment
Read MoreStrategies for Dealing with Common Colds in Children
The common cold is one of the most bothersome illnesses in children, especially in winter. Caused by a virus, most commonly rhinovirus, the common cold, can result in various symptoms that can keep your child from taking part in their routine activities and attending school. Typically, the symptoms of the common cold in children get
Read MoreWhat Are the Long-Term Effects of ADHD in Children?
ADHD, which stands for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), is one of the most prevalent neurodevelopmental conditions in millions of children worldwide. Even though ADHD can be diagnosed at any age, it begins in childhood. More often than not, this neurodevelopmental condition is first identified in school-aged children when it leads to difficulties concentrating at
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