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Fireplace Safety Tips
Lighting a fire on a snowy winter night is a great way to stay cozy. It's an indulgence for many families, but it poses risks if there is little to no awareness of the hazards or ways to prevent...
Winter Health and Safety Tips
Colorado winters are unique in that we can experience winter storms and deep freezes, turn around the next day, and have weather that feels more like spring or fall. No matter the conditions,...
Updated COVID Safety Protocols
We are open and continuing to provide care for children in Northern Colorado. Doctor appointments are considered essential services and the Pediatric Urgent Care of Northern Colorado is here for...

Warning Signs of the Flu
Although we’re starting to see some warmer weather days here in Northern Colorado, winter and cold & flu season is still with us. Knowing the warning signs of the flu can help get your child...
Fall Asthma Triggers
The changing of the seasons means playing in leaves, trick-or-treating and enjoying fall sports such as football and soccer. For some kids, it may also mean breathing difficulties. Asthma can flare...
How to Treat a Nut Allergy
With the number of children suffering a nut allergy growing, it’s likely your child or their classmates may have a sensitivity to peanuts or tree nuts. Knowing how to identify and treat a nut...
How to Treat a Bee Sting Allergy
Bzzzzz ... sting! Some little ones get stung by a bee and it is over as fast as it started, but for others who are allergic, these stings are life-threatening. These yellow, fuzzy insects sitting on...

How To Treat a Child’s Sunburn
From the park to the pool, children need to be protected from the sun. Even if SPF (Sun Protection Factor) has been applied, a child can still get a sunburn in as little as 15 minutes. This summer,...
Barbecue Safety Tips
It’s the time of year when families like to take food preparation out of the kitchen and into the yard or park. While nearly everyone loves a good cookout, families with children will want to take...
Face Mask Safety, Protocol and Tips for Children
Wearing a face mask in public (doctor’s office, grocery store, etc.) is now recommended by the CDC. Cloth masks serve as an additional health measure to help slow the spread of COVID-19. This is...
Pool Safety Tips
Memorial Day weekend is almost here, which means many families will be making plans to spend time at the neighborhood pool. While most parents understand the dangers inherent in aquatic recreation,...

Treating Tick Bites
Fresh air and vitamin D are two of the benefits of sending your children outdoors to play. With perks come pests. In particular, ticks, when your family is exploring Colorado outdoors. While ticks...
Fireplace Safety Tips
Lighting a fire on a snowy winter night is a great way to stay cozy. It's an indulgence for many families, but it poses risks if there is little to no awareness of the hazards or ways to prevent...
Winter Health and Safety Tips
Colorado winters are unique in that we can experience winter storms and deep freezes, turn around the next day, and have weather that feels more like spring or fall. No matter the conditions,...
Updated COVID Safety Protocols
We are open and continuing to provide care for children in Northern Colorado. Doctor appointments are considered essential services and the Pediatric Urgent Care of Northern Colorado is here for...

Warning Signs of the Flu
Although we’re starting to see some warmer weather days here in Northern Colorado, winter and cold & flu season is still with us. Knowing the warning signs of the flu can help get your child...
Fall Asthma Triggers
The changing of the seasons means playing in leaves, trick-or-treating and enjoying fall sports such as football and soccer. For some kids, it may also mean breathing difficulties. Asthma can flare...
How to Treat a Nut Allergy
With the number of children suffering a nut allergy growing, it’s likely your child or their classmates may have a sensitivity to peanuts or tree nuts. Knowing how to identify and treat a nut...
How to Treat a Bee Sting Allergy
Bzzzzz ... sting! Some little ones get stung by a bee and it is over as fast as it started, but for others who are allergic, these stings are life-threatening. These yellow, fuzzy insects sitting on...

How To Treat a Child’s Sunburn
From the park to the pool, children need to be protected from the sun. Even if SPF (Sun Protection Factor) has been applied, a child can still get a sunburn in as little as 15 minutes. This summer,...
Barbecue Safety Tips
It’s the time of year when families like to take food preparation out of the kitchen and into the yard or park. While nearly everyone loves a good cookout, families with children will want to take...
Face Mask Safety, Protocol and Tips for Children
Wearing a face mask in public (doctor’s office, grocery store, etc.) is now recommended by the CDC. Cloth masks serve as an additional health measure to help slow the spread of COVID-19. This is...
Pool Safety Tips
Memorial Day weekend is almost here, which means many families will be making plans to spend time at the neighborhood pool. While most parents understand the dangers inherent in aquatic recreation,...

Treating Tick Bites
Fresh air and vitamin D are two of the benefits of sending your children outdoors to play. With perks come pests. In particular, ticks, when your family is exploring Colorado outdoors. While ticks...