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ChildrensMD » General Health & Wellness
3M ago
It’s that time of year – flu season. We are seeing many cases of Influenza at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. But hopefully, your child will not be one of them. Here is some information about influenza to help you keep your child healthy this flu season. What is Influenza? Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness… READ MORE ..read more
ChildrensMD » General Health & Wellness
3M ago
We are deep into cold and flu season, and parents often ask us when they can give their children cough and cold medicine. Unfortunately, OTC cough and cold medications are not recommended for children under four. Not only has it not been shown to be effective in very young children, but it can also have… READ MORE ..read more
ChildrensMD » General Health & Wellness
4M ago
Most holiday gatherings mean loved ones sitting elbow-to-elbow, eating and drinking together. It doesn’t help that winter holidays fall within prime flu season when it can already be difficult to avoid getting sick. So, of course, people get sick more during the holiday season. This makes this time of year a busy time for hospitals… READ MORE ..read more
ChildrensMD » General Health & Wellness
4M ago
Sometimes parents ask us about their child’s snoring, especially if it is loud or ongoing. Snoring in children is very common. It can worsen if your child has a cough or cold but also may be present most or all of the time. This is generally when parents get concerned. Snoring in children can lie… READ MORE ..read more
ChildrensMD » General Health & Wellness
5M ago
Sometimes parents ask us if their kids can use charcoal toothpaste, usually to whiten yellow teeth. This is a tough question to answer since charcoal toothpaste is still relatively new. This means there isn’t a whole lot of research, studies, and overall information on the impacts of charcoal toothpaste, particularly in regard to children. Because… READ MORE ..read more
ChildrensMD » General Health & Wellness
5M ago
Every year, our ER gets busy right after Thanksgiving—’tis the season for crying toddlers with fevers, runny noses, and diarrhea. It’s no coincidence there are real reasons why illness spreads during the holidays. Here are some tips to keep your kids (and yourself) healthy this Thanksgiving. Avoid the Sick People at Thanksgiving Dinner: Chances are… READ MORE ..read more
ChildrensMD » General Health & Wellness
5M ago
A topic parents often ask about is what they should do if their child has mononucleosis, or “mono.” Mononucleosis is a viral infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), which is in the family of the herpes virus. It is often called the kissing disease because the virus is spread by saliva. While this can… READ MORE ..read more
ChildrensMD » General Health & Wellness
5M ago
The start of the fall season brings coughs, colds, runny noses, and more. During this time, a common question among parents is knowing the difference between a cold and a sinus infection. A cold typically lasts 5-10 days and can cause a low-grade fever, typically 101 or 102 degrees. They can also cause a daytime… READ MORE ..read more
ChildrensMD » General Health & Wellness
6M ago
A pediatric pulmonologist specializes in making sure children’s lungs and airways are working the way they should be. This can mean ongoing treatment of diseases like asthma, cystic fibrosis, or recurrent pneumonia. They also evaluate conditions such as a stubborn cough, recurrent noisy breathing, wheezing, or shortness of breath. Generally, your pediatrician will send you… READ MORE ..read more
ChildrensMD » General Health & Wellness
6M ago
Dental insurance can work differently than standard medical insurance since it’s focused on covering the cost of preventative care. Because of these nuances, it’s helpful to know how your HSA can tie in as well. HSAs work differently from most health insurance plans in that they operate much like a savings plan. Each plan is… READ MORE ..read more