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Vaccine

Measles FAQs

The MMR vaccine is a safe and effective way to protect against measles. Learn answers to commonly asked questions about measles.

Spices

Preventing Lead Exposure

Lead is a heavy metal that is toxic for children because it interferes with the development of their brains and nervous systems. Learn the steps you can take to protect your child or teen.

Drowning-Prevention

Drowning Prevention

Water safety tips to help prevent drowning accidents.

Sports-Month

Physical Fitness and Sports

It's important to recognize and embrace the importance of physical fitness.

Constipation

Constipation

Constipation is common in children. Learn what is considered healthy and what you should do if you believe your child may be constipated.

Nutrition

Children & Nutrition

Dr. Eva Taylor answers some of the most common questions about children and nutrition.

Hike

Go Take a Hike!

Hiking is a great way to exercise, get outdoors, and unplug. Dr. Gwen Seaver offers tips on hiking with kids and advice on exploring the Pacific Northwest.

Reading

Reading to Your Baby

Our own Dr. Browder discusses how sharing books with your baby is an important first step in developing vocabulary and eventually learning to read.

Cancer-Prevention

Cancer Prevention Guidance

The HPV vaccine is safe and highly effective at preventing HPV related cancers. It is recommended to begin this 2-dose vaccine series at 9 years old.

Fever

Fever

Did you know that not all fevers require the use of fever-reducing medication? Learn more about common fever myths.

Cough

Coughs & Breathing

Coughs are common with many childhood illnesses. Children benefit most from care that supports their breathing, eating, and sleep while their immune system fights off the virus causing the cough.

Nasal-Suction

Nasal Suctioning & Nasal Irrigation

Clearing out mucus from a child's nose can help them eat, sleep, and breathe better when they have a cold.

RSV

Understanding RSV

RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, is a common childhood illness that affects the nose, throat, and lungs. Learn about the warning signs and information on when to seek care.

Diabetes

Diabetes Awareness

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month! Our own Dr. Brandi Irwin discusses the hard work people with diabetes and their families do every day to manage their disease.

Autism

Autism Acceptance

April is Autism Acceptance Month. Lauren Forbes, Nurse Practitioner at Allegro Pediatrics, offers helpful information for families of children with an autism diagnosis.