Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS): Common Questions & Concerns
October is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness Month. Approximately 3,500 infants die annually in the United States from sleep-related infant deaths, including sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). and other causes that are unclear at first, including accidental suffocation or strangulation. The shock, grief, and guilt felt by families who lose an infant can be […]
October 18, 2023
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Cerebral Palsy in Children
Children with cerebral palsy have trouble controlling their movement. The condition is the most common disability that affects a child’s motor control. Cerebral palsy usually is caused by a brain injury or abnormal brain development before birth or early in life. Genetic causes, although less common, can also play a role. Here is what families need to know about […]
October 11, 2023
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RSV, Flu & COVID: What is the Difference?
Your child has a stuffy nose, cough, and fever. Is it the flu? COVID? Or are they symptoms of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)? Let’s look at four common childhood illnesses caused by viruses – COVID, flu, the common cold, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). All of them share some similar symptoms. Here are some clues […]
September 27, 2023
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Hearing Loss in Children
September is Deaf Awareness Month. The deaf community comes together every September to promote awareness of needs amongst the community and to celebrate the rich history surrounding the deaf community. They also use this time to highlight continued advocacy for deaf rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). In recognition of Deaf Awareness Month, […]
September 20, 2023
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Cow’s Milk Alternatives
Milk is a grocery list staple for many families. But some avoid it because of milk protein allergies or other health concerns. Some kids simply don’t like the taste. These families may choose from a growing array of cow’s milk alternatives that now fill the dairy aisle. The nutritional content in the various dairy alternative products is important […]
August 30, 2023
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Meningococcal Disease in Preteens, Teens & Young Adults
Meningococcal disease is a rare, serious illness caused by a bacteria called Neisseria meningitidis. The bacteria is spread from person to person through their saliva (spit) – typically through close contact such as coughing or kissing. The infection can become serious or even deadly in a matter of hours. That’s why it is important to […]
August 23, 2023
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