Days after a pediatric sick visit, a young student fully recovers and goes back to school.

Feb

Avoiding Sick Days: How Regular Check-Ups Keep Kids in School

Every parent’s goal is to see their child healthy, happy, and excelling at school. From homework help to after-school activities, parents do everything they can to support their children. But the key to fewer sick days and better learning starts with something simple: routine checkups. When kids stay healthy, they’re more likely to stay on […]

If you spot signs of RSV in infants, consult your pediatrician.

Jan

Exposed to RSV? Key Steps to Safeguard Your Family’s Health

Flu season may grab headlines, but families in Fresno know respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is another respiratory illness to watch out for. While some parents may feel confident based on past experiences, it’s important to stay vigilant—symptoms of RSV symptoms can progress into severe illness, especially in vulnerable groups like infants and young children. At […]

A parent inquires about flu symptoms with their pediatrician through a telemedicine appointment.

Dec

Flu Symptoms in Kids: When to Call the Doctor

Flu season can feel overwhelming, but recognizing symptoms at the onset can make a big difference. As flu season peaks in fall and winter, children—particularly those under five—are especially at risk for complications. Initial signs of the flu, such as high fevers and fatigue, can worsen rapidly and require hospitalization. The sooner you intervene or […]

To promote RSV prevention habits, a father teaches his child how to use their hand sanitizer.

Dec

How to Prevent RSV: Tips for Keeping Your Family Safe

As a parent, it’s natural to wonder why Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) cases swell during winter and flu season. The reason lies in two main factors: how the virus behaves during this time of the year and how your family spends time together. For starters, the cold weather brings everyone indoors, where viruses spread faster […]

Let children have fun trick-or-treating while keeping important Halloween safety tips in mind

Oct

Trick-or-Treat Safety: A Pediatrician’s Guide for Parents

Halloween season is a magical time for kids and teens alike. Creating costumes taps into their inner creativity but can also help them learn the safest routes through the neighborhood. However, as enjoyable as the October festivities can be, they can quickly turn into a nightmare if children experience allergic reactions to treats or trip […]

A woman prepares WIC approved foods for her toddler

Oct

Maximizing Your WIC Benefits: Tips for Making the Most of Your Nutritional Support

So, you’ve completed the referral process and started receiving your vouchers? Congratulations on taking the first step to giving your child the best nutritional start with the WIC program! Now, it’s time to dive into all the fantastic benefits WIC offers. From nourishing meals to expert guidance, WIC program benefits can make a significant difference […]

Kids sharing food can lead to common pediatric diseases

Sep

Top 5 Illnesses That May Spread Through Your Kid’s School

At some point in every child’s life, there is a day spent at home sick while everyone else is doing fun school activities or playing outside. Days before falling ill, your child could learn how to make clay dinosaurs, sharing the same molds as their classmates. Unknown to his teachers, one kid joined the activity […]