When you hit the beach this summer, it’s important to be aware of the sun-related dangers and to take steps to prevent your entire family from skin damage and skin cancer. You may not even be aware that skin cancer is possible in children and teens. But, while rare, pediatric skin cancer does occur read more here...
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that can be caused by a virus, bacteria, fungi, or parasites. Bacterial pneumonia often begins with bacteria that has colonized the nose and mouth and moves down into the lungs. Some of the most common bacteria associated with causing pneumonia include Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pneumonia read more here...
Sometimes fatigue can be temporary, such as during a stressful event, but when it lasts longer than a few weeks, it may be time to seek treatment. When in doubt, always consult a doctor to rule out any underlying health conditions read more here...
Anxiety disorders affect a large percentage of the population, and unfortunately, our children are no exception. An estimated 1 in 8 youths will be affected by an anxiety disorder at some point during their childhood read more here...
Respiratory illnesses and diseases occur frequently in people. During a child’s early years, a respiratory disease such as the common cold is never far away. The respiratory system - the nose, throat, and lungs - works hard to allow in all the oxygen we need and clear out the carbon dioxide we don’t need. However, our noses and mouths are easy access points for germs, viruses, and bacteria. As a child’s immune system hasn’t fully developed, these invaders can lead to some of these common childhood respiratory illnesses and diseases read more here...
