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Almost all babies, toddlers and children will get a common illness like strep throat or an ear infection during childhood. Learn all about the different infectious diseases and viruses and how to protect your child at every stage of development.
Mpox in Kids: What Parents Need to Know
Learn more about monkeypox (mpox) and how children can contract it.
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Vaccine Schedule for Children & Adolescents
Learn about the recommended childhood vaccines and immunizations for kids throughout development and some vaccination frequently asked questions.
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Lyme Disease in Children: Symptoms & Treatment
Lyme disease, an infectious disease brought on by bacteria-carrying ticks, can pose serious risks to your child’s health. Learn how to prevent, check for and remove ticks and what symptoms to look out for.
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Chickenpox Causes and Treatment
Could itchy red bumps on your child’s skin be chickenpox? Our pediatric expert explains everything you need to know.
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The Latest on COVID-19 with Infectious Diseases Experts
As news escalates around COVID-19 surges and the latest variants, we checked in with our infectious disease experts to answer some of the most frequently asked questions you may have.
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Parechovirus: What You Need to Know
Infectious Diseases physicians Ami Patel, MD, and Larry Kociolek, MD, MSCI, answer frequently asked questions about parechovirus.
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What You Need to Know About Mumps
Mumps is usually spread through droplets, which means it can be spread when someone coughs, sneezes or talks to you.
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COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids Under 5
Our infectious diseases experts answer common questions, concerns and misconceptions about the COVID-19 vaccine for kids 6 months to 4 years old.
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What to Know About Adenovirus and Acute Hepatitis
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is investigating recent cases of children with hepatitis who also tested positive for adenovirus.
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What Does Endemic Mean? And Are We There Yet with COVID-19?
Dr. Larry Kociolek answers frequently asked questions about COVID-19’s endemic stage and new variants.
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Tips For How To Prepare Your Child for the COVID-19 Vaccine
Becca Mitsos, Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS), shares some simple tips and reminders to help make your child’s COVID-19 vaccine as easy as possible.
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