RSV: A common, but potentially severe, respiratory virus

RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, is a virus that makes it difficult to breathe because it causes inflammation of the upper and lower airways. It is most common in…

COVID-19, flu or RSV? Know the difference

COVID-19, influenza (flu) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) cases are being seen across the United States. They’re all highly-contagious respiratory infections caused by viruses. These infections typically affect the…

Caring for RSV at home: What parents need to know

Caring for RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, at home can be nerve-wracking. As a common respiratory infection, RSV symptoms may include runny nose, decreased appetite, coughing, sneezing, fever and…

Cough, shortness of breath: Difficulty breathing when sick

Some of the viruses during respiratory virus season like respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), influenza, COVID-19 and others cause difficulty breathing, which lead to symptoms like cough and shortness of…

What is the childhood immunization schedule?

Sticking to the childhood immunization schedule is a vital way to protect your child from many different infections and diseases. These illnesses often spread easily through children and can…

Manage asthma in cold weather this winter

In some children with asthma, cold weather conditions or changes in temperature can cause flare-ups in asthma symptoms or trigger an asthma attack, especially cold and dry air. Asthma…