Why antibiotics can’t be used to treat viruses, colds or the flu

Why antibiotics can’t be used to treat viruses, colds or the flu

When your child is sick all you want is a medicine that will make everything better. Unfortunately, when it comes to viruses, like those that cause colds or influenza (the flu), antibiotics don’t work. Read on to find out why, and to see what else you can do. What are antibiotics? Antibiotics were discovered by…

Updated Guidelines on Peanut Allergies

Updated Guidelines on Peanut Allergies

The common wisdom regarding peanut introduction to children has been to delay until about age three. However, a new study has revealed that much earlier introduction, especially in the case of high-risk children, reduces the incidence of peanut allergies by up to 85 percent. This updated information includes a few guidelines for both the introduction…

During Cold and Flu Season, Remember These Simple Ways to Keep Kids Healthy

During Cold and Flu Season, Remember These Simple Ways to Keep Kids Healthy

One thing many parents may remember about early childhood for their kids is this: They never had so many colds! It is true, children pick up a lot of germs, and this time of year, that opens up the possibility of not just simple colds, but also more dangerous flu. Learning a few simple tricks…