Understanding Influenza: Symptoms, Risks, Prevention, and Treatment
Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness involving the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. It occurs seasonally in the United States between October and March. Influenza can cause pneumonia, especially in individuals at the extremes of age and in high-risk
Influenza Vaccination 2024-25: Essential Guide for Prevention
Get the 2024-25 influenza vaccination guidelines from KSPHEALTH. Learn how our telemedicine services provide guidance on flu prevention, vaccination timing, and care for all ages
STRESS WITH BENEFITS!
Stress is an inevitable part of life. We often hear people say, "I'm stressed at work," "My relationship is stressful," or "I'm worried about my children's future." Society usually views stress in a negative light, but what if we could
Understanding RSV Bronchiolitis: Symptoms, Care, and Prevention
RSV infection is caused by Respiratory Syncytial virus. RSV infection is the most common viral illness in children. About 90% of children get RSV infection by the time they are two years old. Most of the time
Protect Infants and Children from RSV Infection – Nirsevimab (Commercially Available as BEYFORTUS)
Human respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a leading cause of acute lower respiratory infections across all age groups. It is the most common cause of lower respiratory infections in infants and children, often resulting in hospitalizations, including ICU admissions, particularly
Acute Exacerbation of Asthma in Children
Learn how to identify and manage acute asthma exacerbations in children. Discover common triggers, symptoms, and essential tips for timely medical care to prevent serious complications.
Diabetic ketoacidosis in Children (DKA in Children)
Diabetic ketoacidosis is the most common complication seen in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM). About 30% of new onset type 1 DM present as DKA. This is generally because parents attribute the symptoms in their children to various
Nutrition, Diet and Exercise
Explore the impact of nutrition, diet, and exercise on ADHD symptoms. Learn about the benefits of magnesium, zinc, iron, vitamins, omega-3 fatty acids, probiotics, and lifestyle changes in managing ADHD. Discover practical tips for incorporating these elements to enhance well-being
How to Treat ADHD Effectively?
It has been shown ADHD reduces the life span from about 12-13 years. It affects academic and occupational performances, and it reduces their earning potential. ADHD increases risk of injury/criminality/suicide/substance use/societal disability and manifesting psychiatric comorbidities
Heat Related Illnesses
Since we are in summer, we need to be aware of heat related illness and how to recognize them and how to avoid them. Heat related illness can be very mild like heat rash to extreme heat related stroke. It affects
Nutritional anemias
The most important three nutrients needed to prevent nutritional anemias:
Iron deficiency and Iron deficiency anemia
Iron deficiency anemia is the most common nutritional anemia worldwide. Beyond the low hemoglobin level, it affects the brain performance negatively. These individuals tend to be irritable, not focused, distracted and have a lower IQ. The good news is it
Depression in Children
3.2% of children between the ages of 3-17 years have depression. Male to female ratio is approximately 1:1 during childhood. Adolescent and adult women may be as much as 3 times more likely than men to be depressed.
Anxiety Disorders in Children
Allergic Rhinitis is often referred to as Hay fever. It can cause a runny nose, sneezing, itchiness of the nose, eyes and throat. It may present seasonally in some individuals, or cause symptoms year-round for others.
ALLERGIC RHINITIS
Allergic Rhinitis is often referred to as Hay fever. It can cause a runny nose, sneezing, itchiness of the nose, eyes and throat. It may present seasonally in some individuals, or cause symptoms year-round for others.
ADHD – attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most frequent neurodevelopmental disorders in childhood and adolescence. It is typically first diagnosed in childhood and often persists into adulthood. It is the most common cause seen by psychology and psychiatric
HOW TO HELP MY CHILD WITH ALLERGIES
For some children, spring time comes with sneezing, runny noses, sniffles, drainage and a cough. About 15% of our population is impacted by allergy symptoms like these, called Allergic Rhinitis. If allergy symptoms come on primarily in the spring or
Fever in children
Fever in a child is the one of most common clinical symptoms managed by pediatricians and frequently causes parental concern. Many parents give fever-reducing medications (antipyretics) to keep the temperature normal. Fever is a physiologic mechanism by which the body
What is ADHD?
Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurobehavioral disorders of childhood. It can profoundly affect children’s academic achievement, well-being, and social interactions. ADHD occurs in approximately 7% to 8% of children and youth.