What to Know About COVID-19 Vaccines for Children
Children may have a while to wait before they can receive the COVID vaccine, but current information is promising about its efficacy.
Should You Give Your Child OTC Medicine for a Cough or Cold?
Cough and cold medicine can provide temporary relief from troublesome symptoms, but it’s not always safe for young childre
What Parents Need to Know About the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
With schools closing in Massachusetts (and across the country), the COVID-19 pandemic is hitting close to home. Here’s how parents can ease the stress of self-quarantining. With the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continuing to spread across the country and Massachusetts being among the hardest-hit states (as of April 15, 2020), parents are understandably beginning to feel anxious, confused, or even downright stir-crazy. The good news is that, based on current data, children have accounted for a disproportionately small fraction of COVID-19 cases in the United States thus far. As long as your child isn’t immunocompromised and doesn’t have a pre-existing respiratory condition, they are at no higher risk than adult
The Truth about the Measles Epidemic in the United States – and How to Protect Your Kids
Measles was once considered eradicated in the United States. Now, it’s back. Here’s how to keep your child safe. Just under two decades ago, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) declared victory over measles. After seeing zero transmission of the disease for a period of over twelve months, the CDC confidently affirmed the success of the measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine — and the U.S. population’s herd immunity from measles. However, in recent years, much of that progress has been undone. As anti-vaccination movements have grown in popularity in
Your Teen Has Mononucleosis. Now What?
Mononucleosis can take a toll on your teen and your entire family. Here are some of the most common signs of mono, as well as what you can do to support your teen physically and emotionally. For most teens, a mononucleosis diagnosis may feel like the end of the world. They’ll feel bad for weeks, be prevented from doing most normal activities, and have to deal with the stigma of what’s known as “the kissing disease.” If you’re supporting a teen with mono, it’s important to understand the causes, symptoms, and recovery time of the disease.