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Almost all babies, toddlers and children will get a common illness like strep throat or an ear infection during childhood. Learn all about the different infectious diseases and viruses and how to protect your child at every stage of development.
Prevent RSV in Babies with Nirsevimab
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common and potentially dangerous virus that affects almost all infants and young children before the age of two. Now, there is a single-dose immunization that helps in the fight against RSV for infants younger than 19 months of age: Nirsevimab.
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Measles in Kids: Symptoms & Prevention
The recent measles outbreak has many parents and caregivers concerned. Our experts share what you need to know about measles in kids.
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Stomach Flu in Kids
As the seasons change, so does the risk of illness. With the flu, colds, and other germs lurking around every corner, it's important to take steps to keep your kids healthy.
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Understanding Walking Pneumonia in Kids
Learn all about the different between regular pneumonia and walking pneumonia in kids and when to take your child to the doctor.
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Preventing Common Foodborne Illnesses in Children: Symptoms, Treatment, and Safety Tips
Understanding the most common foodborne illnesses, their symptoms, prevention, and treatment can help caregivers protect children from getting sick. Our Infectious Disease expert explains everything you need to know.
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How to Boost Your Child’s Immune System
There’s plenty you can do to prevent your child from getting sick. Learn some ways to support and boost your child’s immune system to help keep them healthy.
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Laryngitis in Kids
Is your child's voice hoarse or raspy? They might have laryngitis. Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment options for this common condition in children.
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Chickenpox Causes and Treatment
Could itchy red bumps on your child’s skin be chickenpox? Our pediatric expert explains everything you need to know.
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The Latest on COVID-19 with Infectious Diseases Experts
As news escalates around COVID-19 surges and the latest variants, we checked in with our infectious disease experts to answer some of the most frequently asked questions you may have.
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Vaccine Schedule for Children & Adolescents
Learn about the recommended childhood vaccines and immunizations for kids throughout development and some vaccination frequently asked questions.
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Parechovirus: What You Need to Know
Infectious Diseases physicians Ami Patel, MD, and Larry Kociolek, MD, MSCI, answer frequently asked questions about parechovirus.
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Mpox in Kids: What Parents Need to Know
Learn more about monkeypox (mpox) and how children can contract it.
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