"Common Childhood Illnesses: Navigating Flu, Pink Eye, and Strep Throat"
Pediatricians provide a guide to common childhood illnesses, including the flu, COVID-19, RSV, conjunctivitis, hand, foot and mouth disease, strep throat, the common cold, ear infections, gastroenteritis, and bronchitis. Parents are advised on how these illnesses are transmitted, their symptoms, and treatments, which often include rest, fluids, and over-the-counter medications. The importance of recognizing serious symptoms and seeking medical advice is emphasized to help parents manage their children's health effectively and avoid unnecessary emergency room visits.