What is the common cold? A cold is a viral infection in the upper respiratory tract (nose, throat and sinuses). There are …
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Why Children Get Nosebleeds and What Parents Can Do at Home
Unfortunately in our dry Colorado climate nosebleeds (medical term: epistaxis) are very common. They can be dramatic and scary in …
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What Parents Need To Know About A Common “Wart-Like” Rash
Molluscum Contagiosum is a weird rash that we see all the time. In fact, it's one of my favorite diagnoses to make because it has …
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Troubleshooting Diaper Rashes: Practical Advice for Parents
Diaper rashes are a common problem in our infants and toddlers. They can be very frustrating, but they are not your fault! These …
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Pollen Problems: Tackling Seasonal Allergies
What are seasonal allergies? Seasonal allergies (also called hay fever) are allergic reactions that happen due to allergens in …
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Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease: What Parents Should Know
What is it? Hand, Food, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) is a classic pediatric illness that almost all families will encounter at some …
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