Health Matters: Bronchiolitis tops kids hospital visits - WZVN-TV

Health Matters: Bronchiolitis tops kids hospital visits WZVN-TV The virus presents with coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. Unlike a cold, which is usually gone in about a week, bronchiolitis can linger for weeks before going away. Some babies are at risk for severe cases that require hospitalization. and more »

Kermit ISD Superintendent Reporting Confirmed Case of Whooping Cough - NewsWest9.com

Kermit ISD Superintendent Reporting Confirmed Case of Whooping Cough NewsWest9.com Between coughing spells, an infected person may not appear sick. Adults, teens, and vaccinated children often have milder symptoms that mimic bronchitis or asthma. In some cases babies may develop apnea (failure to breathe). and more »

Got Milk? Donate it and Save a Baby's Life - Babble (blog)

Babble (blog)

Got Milk? Donate it and Save a Baby's Life Babble (blog) Breast milk is also beneficial for a baby's immune system. Premature babies, like all breastfed babies, face a reduced risk of infections, general illness, NEC, sepsis, meningitis, and respiratory infections such as pneumonia and bronchitis when they ... and more »

Expert Care — Sonya Ommen - Post-Bulletin

Expert Care — Sonya Ommen Post-Bulletin I have probably had to send 10 to 15 patients in the past seven months to get further care (two by ambulance). Many of my patients are children and babies. I see a lot of ear infections, bronchitis, pneumonia, strep throat and rashes.

More expert answers to viewers' whooping cough questions - KING5.com

More expert answers to viewers' whooping cough questions KING5.com I am absolutely terrified to bring a new baby into this world with this epidemic going on in our state. Should EVERYONE who comes in contact with our infant be vaccinated? Ideally, yes, it's best for any adult having contact with young infants, ... and more »