An immunization is the process of making a person resistant to an infectious disease. Immunizations are done to keep the general public safe and healthy. They are especially important in school settings as children are in close proximity of one another for 8 hours a day. Small children, especially, are susceptible to illnesses and infections because their immune systems do not fully develop until they [...]
It’s scary when newborns get sick. They can’t tell you what’s wrong so you’re quite at a loss as to how to react or what to do. Luckily, here are a few tips to send some help your way. Read on to find out how you can manage a sick baby. Be Prepared Watch out for the symptoms. Know what they mean. Is your child [...]
It’s not often easy to tell a common cold from the flu in children. Here are a few tips to help you find out what you’re dealing with. Symptoms Both the flu and the cold are respiratory illnesses caused by viruses. They are contagious. However, they aren’t the same. Colds may often last for about seven to ten days while a flu may last for [...]
When your child is suffering from allergies, it can be difficult to find solutions that don’t involve the use of prescription or over-the-counter drugs. When you’re searching for answers to helping your child cope with either season, dietary, or other types of allergies, consider these drug-free options: Saline Rinses and Sprays Rinsing the nostrils is one of the best ways to prevent the problems that [...]
While it may not always be medically necessary to bring a fever down, your child may be very uncomfortable until you do so. Here’s what measures you can take to safely bring down a fever. Relax Not every fever is a sign of a serious issue. Often, fevers are just your child’s immune system fighting off an infection. Panicking may overwhelm your child and make [...]
Smart food choices can boost your child’s immune system. Here’s a list of items you’ll want to start adding to your kid’s daily diet. If you want to know more about the foods on this list, don’t forget to make an appointment with your child’s pediatric doctors in Phoenix. Yogurt The probiotics in yogurt improve the way your child’s body uses food. They also help [...]
It’s quite easy to chalk up your child’s illness to the common cold. However, not every cough and stuffy nose indicate a cold. Here are signs you’re dealing with more than the common cold. Allergies If your child’s cold disappears once they step out the house, they might be allergic to something in your home. You may have mold in your walls or layers of [...]
It can be hard to know if your child’s symptoms are a sign of illness or an allergy. 15 million Americans have allergies including 1 in 13 kids. While it’s not uncommon for children to have allergies, it is common to mistake them for cold symptoms. As a parent, you need to know the difference. If you suspect your child has allergies, bring them in [...]
As the sweltering summer continues, many are hoping to get their tan on, including teens. You’d think this would be an easy feat in sunny Arizona, but many lack the patience to tan naturally or find they burn easily in uncontrolled environments. Tanning salons are quite popular, even in Arizona, and they’re becoming more and more accessible. Even gym memberships come with tanning perks these [...]
School is out in Arizona, meaning your children are probably eating at home more often now. For parents and guardians that don’t normally pack their children’s school lunch, an entire summer filled with home-cooked meals might be intimidating. Creating a healthy lunch for your children is simpler than you’d think. Here’s what your child’s lunch can include. Fat Yes, fat can be healthy. Experts say [...]
