Uncovering the Truth about Vaccines
Within the last few centuries, vaccines proved one of the greatest public health accomplishments. In fact, vaccines have done their jobs so well that it has become easy now to doubt their necessity. Parents have started to call into question the safety of and the need...
Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis is a common chronic skin condition that affects 10-30% of the population. It often begins in childhood and causes symptoms for babies as early as 2-3 months of age. This disease can be a frustrating to treat as it requires diligent attention to a...
Parvovirus B19 infection- symptoms and causes
Parvovirus B19 is a virus that infects humans and mostly affects young children. It causes them misery in the late winter and early spring months each year. This is not the same disease as canine parvovirus infection. Symptoms of Parvovirus B19 in children Children...
Meet Your Virus: RSV
Respiratory Syncytial Virus Often, the winter months are prime time for respiratory viruses such as RSV. During this time of year, pediatric offices and hospitals fill up with sick kids. But what is RSV and is it dangerous for every kid? What is RSV? Respiratory...
Meet Your Virus: Roseola
Roseola infantum Also called: exanthem subitum, sixth disease, pseudorubella Cause: Human herpesvirus-6 (the vast majority of the time), is often caused by HHV-6, enteroviruses, adenoviruses or parainfluenza virus Symptoms: Three to five days of high fever (> 103 ° F...
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