Burning Issues: Understanding and Addressing Pediatric Burns
Burn injuries pose a significant threat to the well-being of children, making it crucial to understand their impact and develop effective strategies for prevention and treatment. Children are particularly vulnerable to burns due to their limited ability to identify and avoid hazardous situations. These traumatic incidents can result in severe physical, emotional, and psychological consequences. […]
Tips for Managing Childhood Asthma and Allergies
There is nothing scarier than suddenly finding yourself unable to breathe. Children with asthma are forced to deal with this fear more often than is fair, and parents often feel helpless – your ability to help is limited to administering medications and offering comfort while waiting for them to take effect. In this situation especially, […]
Depression in Children and Teens
Depression is one of the most common disorders in the United States and rates among children and teens have been rising in recent years. There are numerous effective treatment options for children and teens with depression, but recognizing the signs and seeking the appropriate help when needed is the first step. Definition Depression is […]
Healthy Bodies, Happy Minds: The Benefits of Physical Fitness and Sports for Children
May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of physical activity and sports participation for people of all ages, especially children. In today’s world, where screens and sedentary activities are increasingly becoming the norm, it is more important than ever to encourage children to stay active and […]
Secondhand (and thirdhand) Smoke Exposure in Children – Why does it matter and what can you do about it?
Secondhand smoke is the smoke from a burning cigarette or smoke breathed out by a smoker. This smoke contains thousands of chemicals, many of which are known to cause cancer. When a child breathes secondhand smoke, they are exposed to all these chemicals. Thirdhand smoke is the smoke and harmful toxins left behind after someone […]
Why Pediatric Mental Health is so Important
Children’s mental health issues are more common than many people realize. With the Internet providing easy access to information, more and more parents are noticing signs of anxiety, depression, and other mental health disorders in their children. Even then, many parents and caregivers feel helpless, and unsure of what to do and how to talk […]
Types of Urgent Pediatric Care That Can Be Treated Virtually
Thanks to advances in technology, remote medical services are on the rise. As a result, we are witnessing a continual expansion in the types of care and the number of concerns that can be addressed virtually. At Hello Pediatrics, we’re on the cutting edge of this technology, offering a virtual option for your child to […]
