Managing playground injuries

The sun is out, the days are longer, and the playground is the place to be. While playground activities can benefit a child’s psychological and physical development as well as combat issues like childhood obesity, social anxiety, and improve interactions with others,...

How prepared are you to handle a serious sports injury?

Sports are an easy way to get your child involved in something where they can learn new skills, create new friendships, and develop lifelong values. Playing sports is often more fun for children than the classroom because any learning or challenges are centered around...

Are you and your kids ready for seasonal allergies?

Spring is blooming, but so is the allergy season. Allergies are caused by the body’s reaction to potentially harmful substances called “allergens,” which trigger the immune system. Allergies or allergic Rhinitis is an inflammation of the mucus membrane that lines the...

Winter safety tips for kids

Winter can be full of fun things like, sledding and snowball fights. But it can also be dangerous for kids. Here are some winter safety tips for your little ones. Frostbite Frostbite happens when the skin and underlying tissues freeze. It’s most common on the...

Fireworks pose serious health threats to your kids

One activity everyone looks forward to during the summer is setting off fireworks. Kids love watching these colorful lights spark up the sky. As fun as fireworks are, they pose a severe threat to your kids. Each July, children and adults come into ExpressCare Urgent...