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The Concerning Rise of RSV Illness This Season

November 17, 2022

By: Stephanie Van't Zelfden, RDN More Kids Are Getting Sick This Fall – Why Is It Happening & What Should Parents Do? Every fall and winter many children (and adults) get sick with respiratory illnesses, like influenza or respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). But this year in 2022, things seem to be different. This fall, children across the US and Read more

Mental Health in Kids Is in Trouble

September 22, 2022

Children’s mental health is in crisis, according to the experts. In the fall of 2021, the American Academy of Pediatrics, combined with several other large children’s health groups, declared a national emergency in child and adolescent mental health. Then Modern Health, a company that personalizes mental health care for members, Read more

Autism in toddlers – what does it look like

February 16, 2023

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that can affect children's communication, social interaction, and behavior. According to the CDC, approximately 1 in 54 children in the US is diagnosed with ASD, with boys being four times more likely to be diagnosed than girls. Signs and symptoms Signs and symptoms of autism in young children under 5 years old can include delays in language development, difficulty with social interaction, repetitive behaviors, and sensory sensitivities... Read more

What do you know about Kawasaki Disease?

February 16, 2023

Kawasaki disease, also known as Kawasaki syndrome and mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome, is a rare but potentially serious illness that primarily affects young children under the age of 5.  It is characterized by inflammation of the walls of blood vessels throughout the body, and is the most common form of acquired heart disease in children in developed countries.  However, it is believed to be related to an abnormal immune system response to an infection or some other trigger.  Some known risk...
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