March 19, 2020
COVID-19—also known as the coronavirus—is a new disease that appears similar to other respiratory diseases, such as the common cold, influenza, or pneumonia. Scientists are still learning how it spreads and how it affects children.  Older adults and immunocompromised individuals are at the highest risk of becoming seriously ill from COVID-19. Children without an underlying condition do not appear to be at risk of developing severe symptoms from the virus.  If you or your child has developed a... Read More
March 16, 2020
Cory Kercher M.D. discusses important information for parents on preventive health for toddlers. She offers great tips about discipline techniques, developmental milestones and timing of when Autism screenings should take place.
March 9, 2020
For most of the American public, the immediate health risk from the new coronavirus, which causes COVID-19, is considered low. People in communities where ongoing community spread of the virus has been reported are at elevated, though still relatively low, risk of exposure.
The virus that causes COVID-19 is thought to travel from person to person through droplets in the air, and from surfaces to people who touch the droplets. While some patients have died, so far it seems that most cases are... Read More
September 16, 2019
In this episode of Kids Health Cast, Dr. Moitri Savard shares tips for parents on cyber bullying, how to monitor your child's online activities, and so much more.
