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health2 years ago

"Desperate Parents Seek Kidney Donor for 2-Year-Old Son"

Two-year-old Conrad, who survived a rare birth defect, is now in need of a kidney donor due to end-stage kidney disease. His parents have been searching for a living donor as a kidney from an adult living donor will provide more longevity and allow for more time for planning for the transplant. The family hopes to raise awareness not only for Conrad's need but also for the larger need for organ donors across the United States, as over 103,000 children and adults are on the national transplant waiting list.

health2 years ago

"Rising RSV Cases and Fatalities Alarm Wisconsin"

Wisconsin is experiencing a significant rise in RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) cases and related deaths among children, particularly those under five years old. One mother shared her harrowing experience with her 18-month-old son, who has been hospitalized three times due to RSV. Health officials, including Dr. Kevin Dahlman of Aurora Children’s Health, are on high alert as the state faces a shortage of monoclonal antibody treatments, which are available for children younger than eight months. While there is no vaccine for RSV, health officials recommend flu and COVID-19 vaccinations to help protect children.

health-and-wellness2 years ago

"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.

health2 years ago

"A Doctor's Plea to Parents: Vital Insights After Losing My Brother to RSV"

Dr. Sean Cullen, who lost his brother to RSV as a child, now a neonatologist and researcher, emphasizes the importance of awareness and prevention of the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in infants and children. He highlights advancements in treatments and vaccines, such as the newly recommended nirsevimab shot for infants and the availability of RSV vaccines for pregnant women and older adults. Cullen advises parents to take preventive measures like good handwashing practices, avoiding crowded places, and ensuring visitors are healthy and vaccinated. He also stresses the importance of recognizing symptoms that require medical attention to protect children from severe RSV infections.