Sat, 1 November 2014
This episode we have Drs. Amy Eapen and Elizabeth Musil as our host doctors. We cover influenza vaccines and pet etiquette. Listen in to learn about enterovirus D68 and what parents should know about it. What is hookah smoking? Find out what it is and why it is harmful. Finally, we answer last month's medical trivia question, which was: "How many cells are in the human body?" Topic Times!
This episode was recorded in January of 2014. |
Sat, 5 July 2014
This month we have Dr. Tony Ljuldjuraj and Brian Leber as our host doctors, along with special guest Dr. Sandeep Gupta from Riley Pediatric Gastroenterology (GI). Food allergies and effective time out practices will be covered, and Dr. Gupta will discuss a hot topic affecting many children today: Eosinophilic Esophagitis, or EOE. Listen in to learn about this disease and its treatment. The doctors also have something to share about cleaning a pacifier in a parent's mouth - is this an ok way to clean it? Finally, we answer last month's medical trivia question, which was: "What is the longest a human has gone without sleep?" Topic Times!
This episode was recorded in December of 2013. |
Thu, 1 May 2014
This month, Dr. Hiba Chehab, Dr. Molly McPheron, and Dr. Jonathan Merrell join us in the studio to discuss some great health news and information. The hot topic of vitamin K deficiency in the newborn is covered, with a discussion of the pros and cons of the vitamin K injection. Swimmer's ear is also covered - with summer coming soon, external ear infections will be on the rise! They also discuss what to do for accidental ingestion of a poisonous substance (call 1-800-222-1222), and give tips for preventing accidental gun injuries. Finally, they answer last month's medical trivia, which was: "What was the first vaccine and how was it developed?" Topic Times!
Links/Info: 1-800-222-1222 (universal poison control) This episode was recorded in November of 2013. |
Fri, 4 April 2014
This month we have four doctors in the studio: Dr. Kristen Tiedt, Dr. Evan Kruetzer, Dr. Rachel Leon, and Dr. Ryan Stegink. They share tips on dining out with children, choking hazards and how to respond to a choking child and carbon monoxide poisoning prevention and treatment. They also discuss preparing a teenage child for college both medically and from a parenting perspective. Finally, they answer last month's medical trivia, which was: "What medical disorder is named after the title character of a beloved children's book?" Topic Times!
This episode was recorded in August of 2013. |
Sat, 15 March 2014
This month, Dr. Lara Darling and Dr. Kristen Ameel are in - they have great information on preparing for international travel medically, and some excellent practical trips for traveling with kids. They also share recent news about chldren's sleeping patterns, and parasites, mites, and things that bite! Finally, we answer last month's medical trivia, which was: "How many hours do kids spend using electronic devices?" Topic -- Time at which Segment Begins Health News - Pediatric Sleep Habits -- 1:48 Listen Now: Kids Healthcast Episode 40
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Fri, 7 February 2014
Today, we've reached back into the vault to pull out one of our classic episodes. We discuss normal baby development in the first year, Potty Training, discuss RSV bronchiolitis, and Medical Trivia. Time -- Topic 1:56 -- Health News: Bronchiolitis Listen Now: Kids Healthcast Episode 39 |
 
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