wIn an interview with the Health Channel, Dr. Zulma Berrios, Chief Medical Officer at West Kendall Baptist Hospital, talks about the similarities between CPR administration for adults and children. Dr. Berrios says that if someone is certified in adult CPR and is the only person around when a medical emergency is happening to a child, […]
In an interview with the Health Channel, Dr. Georgiy Brosuvanik, a Spine Surgeon with Baptist Health South Florida, assures that kids with scoliosis live normal lives with minimal medical complications, contrary to popular belief. Dr. Brosuvanik asserts that a lot of what we understand about scoliosis is either urban legend or just wrong. He says […]
In an interview with the Health Channel, Jennifer Couceyro, Advanced Registered Nurses Practitioner with Baptist Children’s Hospital, explains how to spot constipation in your child and how to treat it. Constipation in children is a very common problem. A constipated child has infrequent bowel movements or a hard stool. Jennifer explains that the first step […]
In an interview with the Health Channel, Clara Lerma, Corporate Manager of Wellness Advantage with Baptist Health South Florida, talks about the importance of establishing a morning routine with your children. Not only do routines keep your children and family on track, but it empowers them as well. Clara explains that it is important to […]
In an interview with the Health Channel, Dr. Fernando Mendoza, Medical Director of the Emergency Department at Baptist Children’s Hospital, discusses the most common signs of a concussion in children. He explains the best ways to spot a potential concussion in your child. Dizziness is one of the most common presenting symptoms for concussions. Dizziness […]
Signs of a mental health crisis in a child include changes in behavior, more isolation, and now, to the surprise of some therapists, eating disorders. Return to Series Page Other Programs
Studies show pregnant women who get vaccinated against COVID infection and contract the illness have a better outcome than unvaccinated pregnant women who get infected with COVID.
COVID vaccinations and boosters do not prevent people from necessarily contracting COVID-19 infection, but they can prevent severe illness and the need for hospitalization in most cases.
Paxlovid, an oral medication that treats COVID-19 infection can be lifesaving, according to medical authorities. It can prevent the infection from causing severe disease, especially in those at high risk for complications.
