Yearly Archives: 2020

Solving Sleep Problems – PediaCast 469

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Show Notes Description Dr Jack Stevens visits the studio as we explore the importance of sleep and offer practical solutions for common sleep problems… in babies, toddlers, children, teenagers and adults. We hope you can join us! Topic Solving Sleep […]

Anxiety, Night Terrors, Stick Out Your Tongue – PediaCast 468

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Show Notes Description We have a “news parents can use” edition of PediaCast for you this week as we explore childhood anxiety, night terrors and kids who stick out their tongue. We hope you can join us! Topics Childhood Anxiety […]

Swimmer’s Ear and Premature Babies – PediaCast 467

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Show Notes Description Dr Ben Kovalcik and Dr Erica Braswell visit the studio as we discuss care of the preterm infant. We explore unique concerns and needs of these babies, including medical complications and issues related to breathing, feeding, growth […]

Poison Ivy and Summer Conditioning – PediaCast 466

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Show Notes Description Sports Medicine experts, Dr Jim MacDonald and Kirk Sabalka, visit the studio as we consider student athletes and summer conditioning in the age of COVID. It’s also time for our yearly reminder on itchy rashes caused by […]

The Importance of Well Checks – PediaCast 465

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Show Notes Description Well child checkups are important… even during a pandemic! Our Plain Language Panel returns for an insider’s look at these visits. We explore immunizations, growth and development and guidance offered for each age group. Also: tips for […]

Racism is a Public Health Crisis – PediaCast 464

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Show Notes Description Dr Jordee Wells and Dr Fareeda Haamid visit the studio as we consider racism as a public health crisis. What exactly does this mean and who suffers the consequences? How did we arrive at this moment in […]

What You Need To Know About Bullying – PediaCast 463

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Show Notes Description Dr Nkeiruka Orajiaka visits the studio as we consider the problem of bullying. How does it look and who is at risk? What signs point to this behavior? What are the consequences? How can we prevent bullying… […]

How Our Immune System Works – PediaCast 462

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Show Notes  Description  The immune system is making headlines during the COVID-19 pandemic. We go beyond the headlines and provide you with a foundation of how this fascinating system works. Dr Becky Scherzer and Dr Ben Prince help us explore antigens […]

Preventing Child Abuse During a Pandemic – PediaCast 461

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Show Notes Description Child abuse and neglect occur even as families stay home. And yet reports of abuse are down because teachers, medical providers and community partners have less contact with the families they serve. Dr Kristin Crichton and Becca […]

Academic Fitness During a Pandemic – PediaCast 460

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Show Notes  Description  School work and learning must go on, even during a pandemic. Our neuropsychology team visits as we explore tips, tricks and resources for parents as they partner with schools and provide additional learning moments for children and teens… […]