Dr. Colin Knight’s Blog
The Importance of Sun Protection for Children
Sun protection is a crucial aspect of children’s health that often goes overlooked. While outdoor activities provide numerous benefits, prolonged and unprotected exposure to the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays can have long-lasting effects on a child's delicate...
Tips for Helping Your Child Recover From Appendicitis
Appendicitis is a common condition that affects many people, including children. If your child has recently undergone surgery to remove their appendix, you may wonder what you can do to help them recover and return to their regular routine. Here are some tips for...
Vaccines That Children Will Need in Their First Year of Life
Vaccines are an essential part of a child's healthcare regime. They protect children from a range of illnesses and diseases that can be life-threatening. The first year of a child's life is particularly critical, as their immune system is still developing. Vaccines...
What We’ve Learned About How COVID-19 Affects Children
Since the initial outbreak of COVID-19 in 2019, much attention has been given to how it affects people, particularly adults. However, as time has passed, researchers have also learned more about how the virus affects children. It's important to note that children can...
How to Prep Your Child for an Overnight Hospital Stay
Spending the night in a hospital can be very frightening for children. Preparing them beforehand can help them cope with the various medical procedures and activities that they will experience. Prepping Your Child Talk to your kids about the hospital experience a day...
How Long Do Immune Systems Take to Mature?
The short answer is that a baby's immune system is developed at around two to three months old. However, a 2-week-old baby can fight off viruses almost is effectively as a 3-month-old can. How can you help Having babies vaccinated and breastfeeding can help strengthen...
Tips for Keeping Kids Healthy During Flu Season
Parents must be aware of the various steps they can take to keep their kids healthy during the upcoming flu season. The most vulnerable individuals are those over 65 years old and children up to five years old. Pediatricians recommend taking special care of kids...
Helping Your Baby Through RSV
Most kids get a respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, at least once before they turn two. However, some kids get very sick with the respiratory syncytial virus. This illness usually starts in the late fall and early spring. It can affect different regions of the...
Innovations Changing Pediatrics
In 2020, new technologies were quietly making a difference in the lives of children's hospitals across the country. While the pandemic was raging, new tools and techniques were introduced to improve kids' care. In today's fast-paced and constantly changing healthcare...
What to Know About a Career in Pediatrics
Pediatricians are medical professionals who provide comprehensive care to children of all ages. They diagnose and treat illnesses, examine injuries, and perform routine examinations. They may refer patients to other specialists if necessary. They also monitor growth...