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Bike Safety for Kids
Most kids like to hop on a bike, whether to explore the world around them, or as a reliable method of transportation, and that goes double for kids immersed in Northern Colorado’s bike culture. Most...
Strain, Sprain or Break: What’s the Difference and How to Tell
Summer is a busy time for kids, playing outside, enjoying summer camp, and participating in organized sports. Unfortunately, injuries like sprains, strains or breaks can occur during these...
Preventing Sports Injuries in Young Athletes: A Guide for Parents
Young athletes today, inspired by their favorite professional athletes, are pushing themselves harder than ever before. While this is fun for parents to watch, an increase in athleticism brings a...
Removing Asthma Triggers from Your Home
May is national asthma and allergy awareness month, and The Pediatric Urgent Care of Northern Colorado wants our patients to breathe easier. Your child’s asthma can be unpredictable, but it can also...
Extended Hours and Walk-In Appointments: Pediatric Urgent Care Designed Around Your Needs
At Pediatric Urgent Care of Northern Colorado, we understand that the unexpected doesn't operate on a 9 to 5 schedule. Your child's health is your top priority, and we've designed our services to...
Holiday Family Travel Tips: Staying Healthy on the Go
The winter holidays bring joy, laughter, and cherished family moments, but they also coincide with flu season. Ensuring your family's health while traveling is crucial for an enjoyable holiday...
How to Perform CPR on a Baby or Child
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a crucial skill that can be the difference between life and death in a cardiac or breathing emergency, regardless of age. It is especially crucial for parents...
Information About COVID Testing for Kids in Northern Colorado
Summer Rise in Cases and Maintaining Precautions During the summer months and in the early fall, Colorado has seen small upticks in COVID-19 cases. Although the precise reason for the summer rise is...
Choosing Urgent Care: Addressing the Top Reasons Kids End Up in the ER With Urgent Care
As parents, our primary goal is to ensure the safety and well-being of our children. However, accidents are an unfortunate reality. Understanding the top reasons kids end up in the ER, and...
Global Child Nutrition Month Food Insecurity Awareness Resources
What is food insecurity? It is the inability to access enough food for an active, healthy life. Unfortunately, it's an issue that affects many families in our state. In fact, 33% of Coloradoans lack...
Longer Wait Times for Cold and Flu Season
As many of you are hearing and/or experiencing the Youth Clinic and Pediatric Urgent Care are seeing a dramatic increase in wait times for: Sick Appointments Scheduled Out Well Care Checks Flu/Covid...
Can I Give Emergen-C to My Child? How to Help a Child Through a Cold or Flu
Many parents reach for Vitamin C supplements like Emergen-C at the first sign of a cold in their children. While the idea of beating back a cold with high levels of Vitamin C is enticing, it is a...
Bike Safety for Kids
Most kids like to hop on a bike, whether to explore the world around them, or as a reliable method of transportation, and that goes double for kids immersed in Northern Colorado’s bike culture. Most...
Strain, Sprain or Break: What’s the Difference and How to Tell
Summer is a busy time for kids, playing outside, enjoying summer camp, and participating in organized sports. Unfortunately, injuries like sprains, strains or breaks can occur during these...
Preventing Sports Injuries in Young Athletes: A Guide for Parents
Young athletes today, inspired by their favorite professional athletes, are pushing themselves harder than ever before. While this is fun for parents to watch, an increase in athleticism brings a...
Removing Asthma Triggers from Your Home
May is national asthma and allergy awareness month, and The Pediatric Urgent Care of Northern Colorado wants our patients to breathe easier. Your child’s asthma can be unpredictable, but it can also...
Extended Hours and Walk-In Appointments: Pediatric Urgent Care Designed Around Your Needs
At Pediatric Urgent Care of Northern Colorado, we understand that the unexpected doesn't operate on a 9 to 5 schedule. Your child's health is your top priority, and we've designed our services to...
Holiday Family Travel Tips: Staying Healthy on the Go
The winter holidays bring joy, laughter, and cherished family moments, but they also coincide with flu season. Ensuring your family's health while traveling is crucial for an enjoyable holiday...
How to Perform CPR on a Baby or Child
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a crucial skill that can be the difference between life and death in a cardiac or breathing emergency, regardless of age. It is especially crucial for parents...
Information About COVID Testing for Kids in Northern Colorado
Summer Rise in Cases and Maintaining Precautions During the summer months and in the early fall, Colorado has seen small upticks in COVID-19 cases. Although the precise reason for the summer rise is...
Choosing Urgent Care: Addressing the Top Reasons Kids End Up in the ER With Urgent Care
As parents, our primary goal is to ensure the safety and well-being of our children. However, accidents are an unfortunate reality. Understanding the top reasons kids end up in the ER, and...
Global Child Nutrition Month Food Insecurity Awareness Resources
What is food insecurity? It is the inability to access enough food for an active, healthy life. Unfortunately, it's an issue that affects many families in our state. In fact, 33% of Coloradoans lack...
Longer Wait Times for Cold and Flu Season
As many of you are hearing and/or experiencing the Youth Clinic and Pediatric Urgent Care are seeing a dramatic increase in wait times for: Sick Appointments Scheduled Out Well Care Checks Flu/Covid...
Can I Give Emergen-C to My Child? How to Help a Child Through a Cold or Flu
Many parents reach for Vitamin C supplements like Emergen-C at the first sign of a cold in their children. While the idea of beating back a cold with high levels of Vitamin C is enticing, it is a...