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Mar 24, 2025 / Colds & Illnesses

What is Pertussis and Why is it Going Around?

It’s respiratory season, and that means the flu, the common cold, and many other respiratory illnesses are going around. But if you’ve seen (or more likely heard) someone with a persistent hacking cough or coughing fits, there’s a chance it’s pertussis. More commonly known as whooping cough, pertussis is circulating around our schools and communities.…

Mar 18, 2025 / Colds & Illnesses

How to Guard Against Stomach Viruses

It’s that time of year again—the dreaded season of when stomach viruses are once again circulating in our schools and communities. Educating yourself and your kids about these viruses, including what to expect when your child gets sick, when to call your pediatrician, and how…

Nov 17, 2023 / Colds & Illnesses

What is Hand Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD)?

Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a viral infection that is common in children 5 years old or younger, but any person can get it. HFMD can be present with or without fever and can cause painful sores on the inside of the mouth…

Feb 23, 2023 / Colds & Illnesses

What You Need to Know About RSV

RSV—three simple letters that sometimes strike unease into the hearts of parents. But as with most seasonal respiratory illnesses, the more you know about RSV, the more you realize that most kids recover just fine on their own. You can also be prepared to take…