Yearly Archives: 2020

Physical Fitness During a Pandemic – PediaCast 459

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Show Notes  Description  Physical activity and exercise are important, even during a pandemic. Our sports medicine team visits as we explore family activities, physical fitness, sports conditioning and connecting with coaches, athletic trainers and teammates… while staying home. We hope […]

Mental Fitness During a Pandemic – PediaCast 458

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Show Notes  Description  Parents and children have many feelings these days, including anxiety, anger, depression and disappointment. These are normal responses to our new reality. We explore the feelings and share practical tips for weathering the storm. Gina McDowell, clinical […]

COVID-19: Our New Routine – PediaCast 457

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Show Notes Description In the midst of a pandemic, life goes on. This week we discuss new routines and an important job that never stops: parenting! Dr Yolanda Evans is our guest. She is a pediatrician and mother living in […]

COVID-19: Social Distancing and Flattening the Curve – PediaCast 456

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Show Notes  Description  Our COVID-19 coverage continues with an update on the pandemic and the important concepts of social distancing and flattening the curve. We also begin a series of check-ins with pediatricians across America and discover how coronavirus is […]

Coronavirus (COVID-19): What You Need to Know – PediaCast 455

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Show Notes  Description  Everything you need to know about the novel coronavirus and COVID-19 disease. We go beyond the headlines and dive deep, exploring the cause, transmission, symptoms, treatment, risks, complications and prevention of this rapidly evolving pandemic. We hope […]

Teens, Dating and Social Media – PediaCast 454

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Show Notes  Description  Caitlin Tully is a Community Educator with the Center for Family Safety and Healing in Central Ohio. She visits the studio as we consider teenagers, dating and social media. How are tweens and teens using social media… […]

Supporting Kids and Adults with Down Syndrome – PediaCast 453

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Show Notes  Description  Dr Murugu Manickam and Kari Jones visits the studio as we consider Down Syndrome. This condition impacts many families and is the leading genetic cause of learning disabilities and intellectual impairment. We explore cause, features, diagnosis, support […]

Hydrocephalus: Management of a Lifelong Problem – PediaCast 452

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Show Notes  Description  Dr Jeffrey Leonard visits the PediaCast Studio as we consider hydrocephalus and explore the cause, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this lifelong problem. We hope you can join us! Topic Hydrocephalus Guest Dr Jeffrey Leonard Chief of […]

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome – PediaCast 451

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Show Notes  Description Dr Kate McCracken visits the PediaCast Studio as we consider polycystic ovary syndrome. This common condition is associated with obesity, infertility, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease. Early diagnosis and treatment can make a big […]

Orthodontics and Braces – PediaCast 450

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Show Notes  Description  Dr Kara Morris visits the PediaCast Studio as we consider orthodontics and braces. We answer the questions parents and kids ask: why are braces needed? Will they hurt? How long do they last? Will braces interfere with […]