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Two of the most common causes of sore throats are strep throat and tonsillitis. Since both of these conditions involve the throat pain and inflammation as well as the tonsils (lymph nodes in the back of the mouth/throat), it’s easy to confuse the two conditions, especially when your child is miserable and in pain. The fact is, strep throat and tonsillitis are very different conditions that require different types of treatments. Let’s take a quick look at what the differences between strep throat ... [Read More]
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What Vaccinations Does My Child Need for School?
Starting a new school year is always exciting! While you shop for new school supplies and winter clothes and get ready for your child’s next stepping stone in life, don’t forget about a critical part of your child’s health – vaccinations! Of late, many parents are very concerned their child will contract certain diseases or conditions from the vaccination themselves. It’s important to know that vaccines are extremely safe – they are highly monitored by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FD ... [Read More]
Pediatric Immunization Schedule
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a division of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, recommends that parents follow the official pediatric immunization schedule for their children. Following the schedule is the best way to ensure that young children are immune to dangerous diseases before they are even exposed. The pediatric immunization schedule was developed based on recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices and has been ... [Read More]
Could Your Child have an Ear Infection? Signs to Look For
For new mom Jenny, sleepless nights were the norm, for both her and her baby Austin. Sure, her first child Anna was a fussy eater and would sometimes lay awake for hours cooing to herself or tussling with her favorite stuffed animal. But it was different with Austin, who could never seem to find a comfortable position and would toss and turn all night long. One evening, when Jenny went to check on Austin, she noticed a tiny puddle of shiny liquid near his head. Had be thrown up? Jenny was ... [Read More]
Common Cold, Strep Throat, or the Flu: How do you know?
Your child comes home from school complaining of a sore throat, fever, chills, and difficulty swallowing. The only thing you know for sure is tomorrow is going to be a “sick day” for her. But is it a common cold, strep throat, or the flu? How do you know? Here are some clues to help you differentiate between the three. Common Cold The common cold is a viral infection of your nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). Even though colds make you feel miserable, they are usually harmless. Man ... [Read More]
