Young patients are often the most difficult to please. They are also the most demanding and impatient of patients. Visiting a healthcare professional with kids can be very challenging for parents and yourself as the provider. Having the proper equipment and resources...
It’s not surprising that kids have a fear of going to the doctor’s office. Even though many pediatricians try to make their facilities fun and inviting, kids know that there are frightening things that can happen there. They can get shots or undergo other procedures...
Eczema is a chronic skin disease that causes itchy, dry, and sometimes painful skin. Commonly found on the arms, legs, and face, eczema can also appear on other body areas. Eczema usually flares up at nighttime or when you’re stressed and is especially common in...
Getting sick can happen to anyone, but it’s still important to keep healthy habits in order to prevent getting sick. While you can’t perfectly protect yourself from illness, small changes to your daily life such as diet, sleep, and exercise can help your...
Being a parent of a child with asthma can be very challenging. It can be very frustrating to deal with the symptoms of the illness, such as coughing and frequent absences from school. In 2016, around six million kids were living with an asthma diagnosis. In 2017, over...
Sore throats can have various causes, from the common cold to a bacterial infection. They are often accompanied by a fever, difficulty swallowing, and pain in the neck and throat. These symptoms should not be ignored, as they can lead to more serious complications...
