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6 RSV FAQs
09
Sep 2021
6 RSV FAQs
Learn more about respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and get answers to the six most commonly asked questions by parents, including when to contact your child's doctor.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Child Development and Behavior
My Daughter Has Severe Needle Phobia
02
Sep 2021
My Daughter Has Severe Needle Phobia
After seeing the sheer terror in her daughter's eyes, Kate realized that her daughter wasn't resisting a shot to be difficult. She was absolutely terrified of the pain it might cause. Read to learn how a psychologist helped her daughter overcome a needle phobia.
By: Kate Harold | 9
Safety and Prevention
How to Read A Sunscreen Label
11
Aug 2021
How to Read A Sunscreen Label
There are so many sunscreens on the market! Learn how to read the label and choose the right one for your family with the following tips.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
Swimmer’s Ear: Your Questions Answered
08
Jul 2021
Swimmer’s Ear: Your Questions Answered
Swimmer’s ear can occur any time of the year, but often shows up in the summer. Read about the symptoms of swimmer's ear and ways to treat and prevent it.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Vaccines
Ask the Expert: The COVID-19 Vaccine and Kids
04
May 2021
Ask the Expert: The COVID-19 Vaccine and Kids
Children 16 years of age or older are now able to receive the Pfizer vaccine. Within the next couple of weeks, perhaps by early or mid-May, I think that eligibility will drop to 12 years of age and older.
By: Bob Frenck MD | 1
Safety and Prevention
Parents: Talk to Your Kids About the Benadryl Challenge
09
Sep 2020
Parents: Talk to Your Kids About the Benadryl Challenge
The Benadryl challenge has become popular on TikTok. Learn what it is, its risks, and what to talk about with your kids.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 0
Safety and Prevention
Is Caffeine Safe for Young Kids?
03
Aug 2020
Is Caffeine Safe for Young Kids?
Parents often ask if caffeine is safe for young kids. The reality is that there is limited information about the long-term use and safety. Read about the top concerns with young kids consuming caffeine.
By: Shan Yin, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
What Parents Need to Know About Hand Sanitizers in 2020
28
Jul 2020
What Parents Need to Know About Hand Sanitizers in 2020
With new hand sanitizer products hitting the market in 2020, new concerns have arisen as well. Read what parents need to know about them.
By: Alysha Currie, RN, CSPI | 0
Safety and Prevention
5 Things Parents Need to Know About Melatonin Use in Kids
22
Jul 2020
5 Things Parents Need to Know About Melatonin Use in Kids
It’s estimated that around 25% of healthy children and teens have difficulty sleeping. As a result, parents may explore the use of melatonin to help them sleep. Read the top five things parents should know about it: 
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 0
Safety and Prevention
What Parents Can Do When They’re Stressed During COVID-19
05
May 2020
What Parents Can Do When They’re Stressed During COVID-19
Even the most calm and collected parent can be feeling overwhelmed right now! Read a child psychologist's coping tools for parents who may be feeling stressed during COVID-19.
By: Julie Bemerer, PsyD | 0
Safety and Prevention
COVID-19 UPDATE: Location Closures and Screening at Burnet Campus
23
Mar 2020
COVID-19 UPDATE: Location Closures and Screening at Burnet Campus
Updates for patients and families about measures Cincinnati Children's is taking to keep patients, families and staff safe during the COVID-19 outbreak.
By: Blog Editorial Team | 1
Safety and Prevention
How to Safely Disinfect for COVID-19
23
Mar 2020
How to Safely Disinfect for COVID-19
Correcting misinformation: drinking bleach will not prevent COVID-19, and could cause a serious injury. Read how to safely disinfect for COVID-19, along with other disease-causing germs.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 0
Safety and Prevention
Spring Cleaning? Keep These Safety Precautions In Mind
20
Mar 2020
Spring Cleaning? Keep These Safety Precautions In Mind
Poisonings are now the leading cause of death from injuries in the US. Follow these Spring cleaning safety reminders to keep your family safe!
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 0
Safety and Prevention
Steps To Help Ease Kids’ Fears and Anxieties About COVID-19
12
Mar 2020
Steps To Help Ease Kids’ Fears and Anxieties About COVID-19
As the news is changing rapidly about COVID-19, parents may be wondering how to talk to their kids about the disease to help ease their fears and anxieties. A child psychologist explains how.
By: Beverly H. Smolyansky, PhD | 2
Safety and Prevention
COVID-19 and Immunocompromised Patients: Guidance for Parents
11
Mar 2020
COVID-19 and Immunocompromised Patients: Guidance for Parents
COVID-19 is spreading in the United States and it is important for parents of immunocompromised children and teens to take these precautions and make preparations.
By: Felicia Scaggs Huang, MD, MSc | 12
Healthy Living
How to Listen to Earphones Safely
18
Feb 2020
How to Listen to Earphones Safely
More and more children are showing the initial stages of hearing loss due to “noise exposure," and earphones are a large part of this equation. Once the receptor cells of kids' inner ears are damaged, it is permanent. Read an audiologist's explanation on safe use.
By: Ian Windmill, PhD | 2
Safety and Prevention
Tips to Prevent Accidental Alcohol Ingestion in Kids
30
Dec 2019
Tips to Prevent Accidental Alcohol Ingestion in Kids
Tis the season for celebrating! While no parent intends for their children to accidentally ingest alcohol, it is a common occurrence. Read more for tips for preventing it and what to do if it happens.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 1
Safety and Prevention
5 Pulmonary Concerns in Teens Who Use E-Cigarettes
12
Nov 2019
5 Pulmonary Concerns in Teens Who Use E-Cigarettes
E-cigarettes have been utilized for a while, yet suddenly there has been a dramatic uptick in acute lung injuries. The CDC reports that 14% of vaping-associated lung injuries have happened in persons under the age of 18. Read why pulmonologists are concerned about the lungs of teens who vape.
By: Carolyn Kercsmar, MD | 0
Child Development and Behavior
Keeping Teens Safe Online Requires A Mix of Monitoring and Teaching
21
Oct 2019
Keeping Teens Safe Online Requires A Mix of Monitoring and Teaching
One of the main reasons that social media is ripe for abuse is because many apps allow users to be anonymous. This can be a particularly scary landscape for parents of teens. Read Dr. Ryan's suggestions to help keep teens safe online while allowing them the space to participate.
By: Ryan Adams, PhD | 0
Child Development and Behavior
What To Do When Your Child IS The Bully
02
Oct 2019
What To Do When Your Child IS The Bully
It can be disheartening to hear that your child is being a bully. It's important to focus on stopping the negative behavior and opening the lines of communication. Read Dr. Adams' guidelines for talking to your child about his or her behavior.
By: Ryan Adams, PhD | 4
Safety and Prevention
How Long Should My Child Ride Rear-Facing?
15
Aug 2019
How Long Should My Child Ride Rear-Facing?
The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that keeping children in a rear-facing car seat for as long as possible—until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their car seat—is the best way to keep them safe. Learn more from our Injury Prevention Specialists on the benefits that support this.
By: Emily Lee | 38
Vaccines
Measles Outbreak 2019: Your MMR Questions Answered
14
Jun 2019
Measles Outbreak 2019: Your MMR Questions Answered
In 2019, we’ve seen record numbers of measles cases in the U.S. These are the questions I’ve been asked recently, and answers to help guide you in protecting your family.
By: Josh Schaffzin, MD | 0
Vaccines
Measles Is Making a Comeback: How to Protect Your Family
07
Jun 2019
Measles Is Making a Comeback: How to Protect Your Family
Measles cases are on the rise after being eliminated in the United States nearly twenty years ago. Parents, learn what you need to know to keep your family safe from this serious illness.
By: Josh Schaffzin, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
Online and Mobile App Safety: Tips for Parents of Tweens and Teens
18
Apr 2019
Online and Mobile App Safety: Tips for Parents of Tweens and Teens
Learn five things parents can do to talk to tweens and teens about online and mobile app safety in a way that is less painful and more helpful for both the parent and the child.
By: Andrea Richey, LSW | 0
Safety and Prevention
Parents: Talk to Your Teens About the Dangers of Nicotine Toothpicks
18
Mar 2019
Parents: Talk to Your Teens About the Dangers of Nicotine Toothpicks
There is a new nicotine product parents need to be aware of: nicotine toothpicks. While cigarette use is down among teens, these alternate forms of nicotine consumption are increasing at an alarming rate. Learn about nicotine toothpicks so that you can talk to your teens about them:
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 0

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