From: Michael K Davis, MD	Category: Pediatrics
City: Pensacola	Language: English

Fifth Disease is a common viral infection in school age children. It is caused by parvovirus. It usually causes constitutional symptoms, such as mild fever and joint pains. A rash may begin on the face and then spread to the torso, arms and legs, and may look like a spider web. Fifth Disease is contagious, but by the time the rash appears, the infection is no longer contagious. The prognosis is excellent, and there is no treatment necessary other thaN treating the symptoms of fifth disease.

From: Michael K Davis, MD	Category: Pediatrics
City: Pensacola	Language: English

Vaccines are extremely safe. Adverse reactions are uncommon. The most common reaction is pain and swelling at the vaccine site, which is easily treated, and has no longterm problems. An allergic reaction to vaccines are rare. Dr. Michael Davis dispells this and other vaccine myths, including myths about autism and vaccines.

From: Erlanger Health System, Erlanger Hospital	Category: Pediatrics
City: Chattanooga	Language: English

An OB/GYN nurse from Erlanger Health System reviews some safety tips for taking care of your newborn baby. Including second hand smoke and your baby, SIDS, and vaccinations.

From: Ronald Alvarez, MD	Category: Pediatrics
City: Suwanee	Language: English

Dr. Ronald Alvarez discusses sleep apnea in children.

From: American College of Physicians Annals of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine Report	Category: Pediatrics
City: Philadelphia	Language: English

Following an extensive evidence review, the USPSTF concluded that doctors, nurses, hospitals, and health systems have a role to play in encouraging and supporting breastfeeding.

From: Richard Ogden, PharmD	Category: Pediatrics
City: Kansas City	Language: English

Expired medications may loose their effectiveness, and some can even become toxic if used well after the expiration date. Richard Ogden, PharmD, a pharmacist at Children's Mercy Hospital discusses the importance of clearing out your medicine cabinet.

From: Sharon Munns, RN	Category: Pediatrics
City: Rochester	Language: English

The Mayo Clinic teamed with SAFE to promote babysitter training for emergencies. The program provides training for teenagers and young adults who babysit to be prepared for possible emergencies, and how to avoid problems while babysitting.

From: Michael K Davis, MD	Category: Pediatrics
City: Pensacola	Language: English

Medicines for Crohn's Disease. Dr. Michael Davis, a pediactrician and GI doctor reviews the treatement options for patients with Crohn's Disease.

From: Elizabeth Simpson, MD	Category: Pediatrics
City: Kansas City	Language: English

Treating sniffles and sneezes in children: Dr. Elizabeth Simpson, a pediatrician at Children's Mercy Hospital, reviews the treatment of sniffles and colds in children. It is important to treat the symptoms, and the underlying cause in some cases. Recently, studies have found that over the counter cold preparations can be harmful in children under six years of age.