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• 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.

• 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.

• 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. 

• 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.

• 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.

• 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. 

• 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.

• Chickenpox Causes and Treatment

  Could itchy red bumps on your child’s skin be chickenpox? Our pediatric expert explains everything you need to know.

• 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.

• Vaccine Schedule for Children & Adolescents

  Learn about the recommended childhood vaccines and immunizations for kids throughout development and some vaccination frequently asked questions.

• Parechovirus: What You Need to Know

  Infectious Diseases physicians Ami Patel, MD, and Larry Kociolek, MD, MSCI, answer frequently asked questions about parechovirus.

• Mpox in Kids: What Parents Need to Know

  Learn more about monkeypox (mpox) and how children can contract it. 

• COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids Under 5

  Our infectious diseases experts answer common questions, concerns and misconceptions about the COVID-19 vaccine for kids 6 months to 4 years old.

• What to Know About Adenovirus and Acute Hepatitis

  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is investigating recent cases of children with hepatitis who also tested positive for adenovirus. 

• What Does Endemic Mean? And Are We There Yet with COVID-19?

  Dr. Larry Kociolek answers frequently asked questions about COVID-19’s endemic stage and new variants.

• FAQ: Omicron Variant and Children and What to Do if Your Child Tests Positive

  Find out more about the COVID-19 Omicron variant and how to manage it with kids.