Dental Emergencies: What Parents Need To Know
Dental accidents can happen anywhere, anytime. Knowing how to handle a dental emergency can mean the difference between saving and losing your child’s permanent tooth. For...
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Cuts, Scrapes & Scar Management: Parent FAQs
It is almost impossible for a curious and active child to avoid some scrapes and cuts. And…while a kiss from mom or dad and...
Critical Care Transport: When Your Child Needs to Transfer to Another Hospital
By: Kaitlyn Mullin, MD & Renee Matos, MD, FAAP A sick child can be stressful for any parent or loved one, but even more...
Choking Prevention
Choking can be prevented. Food accounts for over 50% of choking episodes. But, also be alert for small objects that can cause choking, such...
Children And Broken Bones
Article Body How can I tell if my child has broken a bone? Although the term fracture may sound serious, it is just another name...
Burn Treatment & Prevention Tips for Families
Burns are a common injury among children. They can be caused by sunburn, hot water or other hot liquids, fire, electrical contact and chemicals....
Brachial Plexus Injuries in Children
The brachial plexus (BRAY-key-el PLEK-sis) is a complicated bundle of nerves in the lower neck behind the collarbone. These nerves provide movement and feeling to the shoulder,...
Avoid a Food Allergy Scare on Halloween
Halloween can be one of the trickiest days of the year for children with food allergies. Kids often haul home pounds of treats, and...
Anaphylaxis in Infants & Children
Anaphylaxis is a rapid and severe allergic reaction. It is also a life-threatening emergency. Research shows a rising number of children being treated in...
10 Things for Parents to Know Before Heading to the ER
By: Sylvia Owusu-Ansah MD, MPH, FAAP Sooner or later, you will find yourself taking your child to the emergency room (ER)—it’s bound to happen....
When to Call Emergency Medical Services (EMS) 
When Your Child Needs Emergency Medical Services 
What to Expect if Your Child is Admitted to the Hospital 
What to Expect When You Call 911