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5 Ways to Prevent Heat Stroke in a Heat Wave

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March 28, 2023

As temperatures soar, so do Laredo Emergency Room visits for heatstroke. A potentially fatal condition, heatstroke is more serious than heat exhaustion, though symptoms can be similar. Let’s look first at how to identify the signs of heat illness like heat stroke and heat exhaustion. 

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Head Injuries and Children: When to Take Your Child to the Doctor

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March 28, 2023

From running around on the playground to rolling off the couch to taking a hard hit while playing football, head injuries in children are a possibility at any age – and when it happens, it’s always a major concern for parents.

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Sick baby? When to Seek Medical Attention

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March 28, 2023

When it comes to caring for a baby, there are so many factors to keep track of, from sleeping habits to feeding schedules. Making things even more complicated is the fact that the scale of what’s appropriate and what’s concerning varies greatly from one child to the next.

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How To Manage Pediatric Seizures

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March 28, 2023

By the age of 16, 1 in 20 children will have experienced a pediatric seizure. Although it’s somewhat common among children, it doesn’t make it any less alarming for the parents of a child who’s experiencing a seizure.

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Common Pediatric Respiratory Emergencies

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March 28, 2023

Sometimes, it’s simply unavoidable: You find yourself in a situation where you have to bring your child to the emergency room. It’s never ideal, but it can be particularly stressful in the event of respiratory distress.

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How Your Skin Reveals Health Problems

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March 28, 2023

Beyond uneven skin tone or wrinkles, did you know that your skin can help you better understand your health?

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