RSV and Bronchiolitis
Wednesday December 26, 2007
Bronchiolitis is a common lung infection that is usually caused by RSV, with symptoms of a runny nose, cough, difficulty breathing and wheezing. Now that we are in the middle ... Read More
Flu Season Update
Sunday December 16, 2007
While we are still seeing a low level of flu activity across the United States, flu activity levels are slowly rising. That includes a regional level of flu activity in ... Read More
Hib Vaccine Recall
Wednesday December 12, 2007
The FDA and Merck, is recalling 1 million doses of its PedvaxHib and COMVAX vaccines, including 13 lots of vaccine, which were distributed since April 2007. The vaccines are being ... Read More
Winter Coats and Car Seats
Wednesday December 12, 2007
During the winter, when many kids wear extra clothing, including sweaters and heavy winter coats, these extra layers can pose a 'hidden hazard' as you try to use your child's ... Read More
Croup Symptoms
Monday December 10, 2007
This is a common time of year when kids may wake up with a seal bark cough and difficulty breathing, symptoms of croup, which can be a scary thing for ... Read More
Baby Massage
Sunday December 2, 2007
Baby massage is often viewed as a sophisticated technique or treatment to relieve gas or colic, but can also simply be a fun thing to do when you need to ... Read More