Merry….RSV season? That time of year is upon us. There is a lot of buzz this year about RSV because there are some new vaccine related to that. Here is the 411 on RSV that all parents should know. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) causes acute respiratory tract infections and can cause severe illness in…
As early as possible, get your child into the habit of washing their hands often and thoroughly. All day long, your child is exposed to bacteria and viruses—when touching a playmate, sharing toys, or petting the cat. Once their hands pick up these germs, they can quickly infect themselves by: Rubbing their eyes Touching their…
This week celebrates Antibiotic Awareness Week! This is important in the prevention of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) which occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites no longer respond to antimicrobial agents. As a result of drug resistance, antibiotics and other antimicrobial agents become ineffective and infections become difficult or impossible to treat, increasing the risk of…
October is Eat Better, Eat Together month! Did you know that eating as a family on a regular basis has been associated with improved social skills, better eating habits, and fewer behavioral problems in children. This is something that can be difficult for many families, especially those with children in different age ranges. Tips to…
There has been social buzz about child passenger safety. Statistics show that about half of all car seats are installed incorrectly! Car seats save lives! They reduce the risk of fatal injury in a crash by 71% for infants and by 54% for toddlers when properly installed and operated. Most adults don’t know that if…
National Video Game Day! This subject can be controversial. While too much of anything can be a bad thing, video games in moderation can have some benefits for your children. This type of play actually may strengthen a range of cognitive skills such as spatial navigation, reasoning, memory and perception, according to several studies. “This…
The world is facing a global epidemic of diet-related chronic disease. In fact, according to a 2020 article published in The BMJ, “one of every five deaths across the globe is attributable to suboptimal diet, more than any other risk factor including tobacco.” What you choose to eat has profound effects on your overall health.…
It’s never not the right time to teach your kids about financial literacy! A good place to start is by talking about good debt vs. bad debt. You can also help make money more visible and tangible to your kids by using cash and change vs credit cards. A good method to introduce this for…
Its summer in Utah and one things parents need to be aware of is spider bites! About 60 species of spiders in North America can bite a human. Fortunately, only a few species can cause significant poisonings. Death rarely occurs. However, bites from the black widow and brown recluse spiders have been known to cause…
How do I know that Vaccines are safe for my child? How is the vaccine schedule drafted and decided upon? During the Pandemic, an estimated 25 million children missed their immunizations last year worldwide. This is the largest decline in immunizations reported in 30 years. A similar trend occurred in the 2021-2022 school year, leading…