Summertime is a time of year when kids truly thrive. They are done with school, and they are ready to be kids. Summer means long days with endless possibilities – making friends, experiencing new activities and creating memories. While the benefits are many, there are some potential risks to look for when it comes to
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Asthma is a chronic lung disease that can make the lungs and throat inflamed when one is exposed to a trigger such as pollen or dust. Children and adults alike can suffer from asthma, but children will face problems adults don’t have. Understanding how children can be affected by asthma, and how best to help
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You may have heard about the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) from a friend, family member or even your pediatrician. But what is RSV? Is it a serious issue? Should you see a doctor or go to the ER if your kid has RSV? Below is a guide to help you better understand RSV. What Is
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The coming of spring brings new life, beautiful flowers, luscious greenery, and warm sunshine. It also means your children will be spending more time outdoors enjoying the fresh air. This is meant to be healthy and nourishing, but sometimes it can leave your child feeling miserable with allergies. When your child is outside playing around in
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Your child comes home from school, and starts sniffling, complaining of a sore throat, and blowing their nose frequently. You know what this is – the common cold. But how can you treat it, relieve your child’s symptoms, and make sure you don’t get it? Here are some tips for treating the common winter cold
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Croup is a common infection for children seen by many parents. It refers to an infection of the upper airways, most often a form of parainfluenza virus, that can obstruct breathing, causing a characteristic barking cough. How is Croup Contracted? Your child could contract the virus by coming into contact with the respiratory droplets that
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CLICK HERE for a COVID-19 quarantine and isolation information from the CDC. PUBLISHED – 2/23/2022 Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic For Children Ages 5-11 Pediatric Associates of Franklin is offering a COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic on March 5th and March 26th from 8:30 am to 11:00 am each day for children ages 5-11. The vaccine is
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Pink eye is an infection in the eye ducts that can cause redness and puss from the eye. It is more common among youth than it is in adults and is a common concern when kids go back to school each fall. Though it is highly contagious, it is easily treated with antibiotics and tends
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Getting back to school is an exciting time of year for kids of all ages, whether they are going to a new school or being reunited with past classmates. Returning to class also means being in close contact with other kids allowing illnesses to spread easily. There are some common bugs that spread at the
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CLICK HERE for resources on COVID-19 quarantine and isolation from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. The information and content on our website should not be used as a substitute for medical treatment or advice from your doctor.
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