As many kids start going back to school full time, parents and caregivers are concerned about COVID-19 exposure. Pediatrician Dr. Gigi Youngblood discusses testing and offers expert advice to keep kids healthy during both the pandemic and flu season this year.

Since early 2020 kids involved in sports have seen practices and games postponed or canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. Without proper conditioning and stretching, athletes are more prone to getting hurt. In this episode of the Inside Pediatrics Podcast, Chief of Sports Medicine Dr. Amit Momaya shares some tips on preventing injuries and safely getting back to play during COVID-19.

September is Childhood Cancer and Sickle Cell Awareness Month. In this episode of the Inside Pediatrics Podcast, Dr. Jeff Lebensburger shares an update on sickle cell disease – early detection and treatment, bone marrow transplants, current pain therapy and promising research for a cure within the first few months of life.

September is Childhood Cancer and Sickle Cell Awareness Month. In this episode of the Inside Pediatrics Podcast, Dr. Girish Dhall shares exciting news from the Pediatric Hematology-Oncology team, including new collaborations and clinical trials available to patients, research and fellowship training opportunities, and a significant jump in the division's U.S. News & World Report ranking among the top programs in the country.

Medical Director of Infection Prevention and Control, Dr. Cecelia Hutto highlights the many safety precautions at the hospital, the importance of masking, and how the coronavirus differs from the flu.

Amy Brown discusses mental health awareness in children and teens.

With the pandemic keeping families inside their homes, and no access to school, faith institutions, or daycare, signs of child abuse may be easier to miss. Melissa Peters, MD, discusses how the potential increase in child abuse can be addressed, including signs to watch for in your community.

CHIPS Center (Children’s Hospital Intervention and Prevention Services)
Ph: 205-638-2751 Website: www.childrensal.org/CHIPS

Additional Resources:
Alabama Child Abuse Hotline, ChildHelp - (800) 422-4453
National Child Advocacy Center in Huntsville, AL can assist with reporting suspected child abuse in any area of the country (800)-4ACHILD
If you suspect child abuse please report it.
If a child is in immediate danger please call 911.

The COVID-19 pandemic is creating stress in individuals of all ages. Children can be particularly fearful, as they may not fully comprehend what is happening.


Nina Reynolds, PhD, provides tips for parents on mitigating anxiety and stress, as well as strategies for managing all the time both parents and children are forced to spend at home.

Please visit these additional resources for more information:
https://www.childrensal.org/PIRC
https://www.childrensal.org/behavioral-health

What is a geneticist? How can they help families on a "diagnostic odyssey" finally put a name to their rare disease or condition?

Dr. Anna Hurst explains how whole genome sequencing  can ultimately lead to customized treatment plans for patients. She also breaks down the difference between genetic testing advertised to consumers, versus testing provided by board-certified physicians at a renowned healthcare institution.

February is Heart Month, and we're decked out in red at Children's of Alabama. Behind the scenes, our pediatric heart transplant team is a well-oiled machine, with extensive experience caring for children with advanced heart disease. Our transplant team combines cutting edge research and clinical expertise to produce the most modern approaches to care for our patients and their families. Dr. Wally Carlo, medical director of the heart transplant team, explains how the care we provide impacts children in Alabama and around the world.