Monkeypox: What You Need to Know

In the rare event that an adult in your household develops monkeypox, share this information with your pediatrician and discuss what you can do to protect your child from infection. Here is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about monkeypox.

Dental Caries (Early Childhood Caries, Tooth Decay, or Cavities)—Child Care and Schools

Early childhood caries (commonly called cavities) is the most common chronic disease of childhood. Caries are the result of an infectious disease process that damages tooth structure and makes holes in the teeth. The consequences of early childhood caries are much more than unattractive teeth. Early

Coronavirus (COVID-19) or Influenza – How to Tell

Information and guidance on similarities and differences of COVID-19 and influenza infections.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Prevention

Information and guidance on preventing COVID-19 infection.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Diagnosed or Suspected

Information and guidance for exposure (close contact) to a person with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 infection.

COVID-19 Vaccines – Answers to Common Questions

Answers to common questions about COVID-19 vaccination.

COVID-19: What Families Need to Know

COVID-19, discovered in December 2019, quickly became a global pandemic. Doctors and researchers continue to learn more about it every day. Safe and effective vaccines are now available, offering hope for an end to the pandemic. Until everyone is vaccinated, however, the virus continues to spread.

Your Baby’s First Steps

Here is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics to help prepare you for your baby’s first steps.

Protect Your Child From Poison

Children can get very sick if they come in contact with medicines, household products, pesticides, chemicals, or cosmetics. This can happen at any age and can cause serious reactions. However, most children who come in contact with these things are not permanently hurt if they are treated right away.

Nursemaid’s Elbow

A pulled elbow (also known as nursemaid’s elbow) is a common, painful injury generally among children under four years old but occasionally older. It occurs when the outer part of the elbow becomes dislocated or slips out of its joint.