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Sore Throat (Viral)
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Sore Throat (Viral)

If your child has a sore throat with any of these symptoms, it is likely due to a virus.

Pneumonia
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Pneumonia

Pneumonia is a lung infection that is usually caused by a virus or bacteria. This makes the air sacs in the lungs fill with fluid (phlegm or mucus). Walking pneumonia is a non-medical word that describes a mild case of bacterial pneumonia. Pneumonia caused by bacteria is treated with an antibiotic.

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Hand Hygiene

Learn more about proper hand hygiene to prevent the spread of germs.

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Dental: Teeth and Gum Care

Use these instructions and tips to properly care for your child's gums and teeth. 

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Personal Hygiene

The body performs better when it is clean and healthy. Good personal hygiene should include clean skin and care of the mouth, teeth, hair, hands, feet and nails.

Head Lice
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Head Lice

Head lice are tiny, six-legged insects that spend their entire life on human heads. Nits are the eggs of the lice. Nits look like bits of dandruff in the hair but do not flake off when touched. Lice are usually spread from child to child when sharing clothing, combs or brushes.

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Temperature: Digital and Glass Thermometers

Learn how to use all three kinds of thermometers for your child.

Brachial Plexus and Nerve Program
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Brachial Plexus and Nerve Program

The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that controls the arm, shoulder and hand function. Injury during birth, or later trauma, can leave the arm without feeling or movement. Surgery may be necessary. Our experts are ready to evaluate, educate and provide appropriate interventions.

Brachial Plexus
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Brachial Plexus

The brachial plexus is a bundle of nerves that separates into the major nerves that supply movement and touch function to the arm.

Acute Flaccid Myelitis
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Acute Flaccid Myelitis

Acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) is a rare but serious nerve-related condition that occurs mostly in children. AFM comes from a virus that is the common cold. AFM attacks the spinal cord and the nerves that go to the muscles. Patients begin with a respiratory illness and then end up with muscle weakness.

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