Children’s Health Checkup

Jesus Alderete, Program Manager of Injury Prevention at Children’s Health, shares the most common summer injuries in kids and how parents can help prevent them – from bike accidents to water-related incidents. 

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In this episode, Dr. Lana Harder, PhD, shares how screen time affects kids of different ages, the signs your child may be getting too much and practical tips for setting healthier screen boundaries at home.

In this episode, Dr. Kelley Smith, M.D., shares the most common summer illnesses in kids and how parents can help prevent them. Learn what symptoms to watch for, when to call the doctor and how to keep your child feeling their best all summer long.

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In this episode, Marjorie Brown, LPC, discusses the importance of mental health check-ins and gives tips on how to start a conversation with your child.

Visit for more information on how to support your child and their mental health 

With measles cases making headlines, many parents have questions and concerns about how to protect their children. Dr. Michael Sebert, MD, breaks down the facts on how it spreads, symptoms to watch for and the best way to prevent infection.

Visit childrens.com/measles for up-to-date information

Dr. Corin Weinstein discusses common sensory processing challenges, how they impact daily life and ways parents can help their child feel more comfortable and confident in different environments.

In this episode, Piper Merrill, PNP, Nurse Practitioner, shares tips on how to naturally boost your child’s immune health to fight allergies and illness.

Learn more at childrens.com/health-wellness.

Bird flu has been making headlines, but what does it mean for your family’s health? Dr. Jeffrey Kahn breaks down what parents need to know about bird flu, how it spreads, symptoms to watch for and whether it poses a real risk to humans.

Visit childrens.com/birdflu for up-to-date information.

In this episode, Amber Gibson, PhD, a psychologist at Children’s Health, shares early signs of a developmental disability in children and what parents can do if they are concerned.

Understanding heart health in young athletes is important for ensuring their safety and performance in sports. In this episode, Katherine Hansen, M.D., a pediatric cardiologist at Children’s Health, shares how to keep young athletes' hearts healthy – from common heart issues and warning signs to preventive tips.

Learn more about how to keep your child’s heart healthy with exercise and sports at childrens.com/exercisecardiology.