Oct 22, 2018 | Health Tips
In Colorado’s dry air, a sore throat in the morning isn’t uncommon, especially in the winter when home heating makes air particularly dry. If your child wakes up with pain in her throat, have her drink water. The American Society of Pediatrics recommends taking your...
Aug 24, 2018 | Health Tips
Watching your child struggle with fever is an ordeal for any parent, and it’s normal to want to manage fever as effectively as possible. The American Academy of Pediatrics recognizes a low-grade fever as a sign that your child’s immune system is going its job and...
Jul 25, 2018 | Health Tips
If you’re like most parents, you’d always rather be safe than sorry when it comes to your child’s health. While that can protect your child from health issues, it also causes some overreactions, particularly when it comes to babies. In most cases, you can take your...
Jun 20, 2018 | Health Tips
Summer’s here and for many children, that means summer camp is right around the corner. While camp provides adventures that lay the foundation for memories that last a lifetime, some of those adventures come with slight risks not associated with daily...
May 22, 2018 | Health Tips
The West Nile Virus is a permanent part of the Northern Colorado ecosystem. The blood-borne virus is spread by mosquitos that feed between dusk and dawn. While 80 percent of people infected with WNV have no symptoms, about 1 in 150 suffers a severe neurologic disease,...
Apr 24, 2018 | Health Tips
In Northern Colorado, outdoor recreation is a part of many families’ lifestyles, and enjoying Poudre River and Horsetooth Reservoir are favorite spots for activities. While they’re a great way to enjoy an afternoon, parents should be familiar with open water safety to...
