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How To Prepare Children for Pool Season

May 23, 2018

As summer approaches, most kids become increasingly excited about jumping in the pool on a hot day. If you have a baby, toddler or preschooler...

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How To Improve Children's Allergy Symptoms

May 16, 2018

Learn the best ways to help your little one deal with seasonal allergy symptoms.

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3 Benefits Of A Kid-Friendly Urgent Care

April 17, 2017

One of the things we love most about children is their adventurous spirit; however, it can also make them extremely accident-prone

When Are X-Rays Needed?

April 3, 2017

Used for decades as a way to help doctors see inside the human body without the need for an incision,

Foreign Body Removal Services

March 13, 2017

While you’d like to keep an eye on your child at all times, it’s just not possible. There will be times they sneak out of sight.

Stitches Vs. Staples Vs. Glue

February 27, 2017

If you have young children, chances are, they’ve taken a tumble at some point and ended up with a nasty gash.

When Are Lab Services Needed?

January 16, 2017

Lab testing can be nerve-wracking enough for adults, let alone children. Used to sample blood, urine, other bodily fluids or tissue, lab tests...

Understanding Urine Tests for Children

January 4, 2017

If you aren’t aware of what a urine test does, it can be somewhat unnerving when a doctor orders one for your child.

When Are IVs Required?

September 26, 2016

Most people think of intravenous rehydration (more commonly called an IV) as a scary tool with a sharp needle that is often used at hospitals

When to Visit Urgent Care vs the Emergency Room

August 29, 2016

If your child is injured, there is often a mad rush to get him or her the quickest medical care possible. While there are times that an emergency...

Tips for Traveling On A Plane With Kids

August 22, 2016

Taking a trip as a family can be a time to make memories your kids will cherish for a lifetime. However, if you’ve traveled with young children

What To Know About Sending Your Child Back To ...

August 19, 2016

When summer winds down, it’s time to start thinking about the upcoming school year. While children are likely still in summer mode, it’s important...

How To Keep Your Kids Safe At The Beach

July 14, 2016

It’s that time of year again. Beach vacations are on the minds of families everywhere. But before your child hits the sand, it’s crucial that...

When Are Breathing Treatments Needed?

April 11, 2016

When a child has difficulty breathing as a result of illness or allergic reaction, it’s common that a physician will prescribe a breathing treatment...

When to Seek Help for your Child’s Digestive Trouble

March 7, 2016

As an adult, it’s obvious when someone is suffering from a legitimate digestive issue. Not only can they identify stomach pain, they also can...

Four Common Childhood Skin Problems

February 17, 2016

It’s not uncommon for your child to come home with a welt, rash or bump. Most of the time, these skin abnormalities aren’t a big deal and can...

How to Prevent Pink Eye

January 31, 2016

It’s one of the most contagious infections in schools. Pink eye, also known as conjunctivitis, is the most common eye problem a child can have...

Diagnosing a Food Allergy in Children

December 30, 2015

One in every 13 children suffers from a food allergy. In fact, between 1997 and 2011, children’s food allergies increased an estimated 50 percent...

Top 3 Benefits of a Children’s Urgent Care Clinic

December 23, 2015

Children are full of energy and always adventurous. Because of this, they are also accident prone. When your child gets injured or sick, getting...