Category: Illness
Little Spurs Pediatric Urgent Care
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March 26, 2025
Can Babies Get Strep?
Strep throat is a common bacterial infection in children, but can babies get strep? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),...Continue Reading
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March 14, 2025
Mumps in Children: What Parents Need To Know
The MMR vaccine shields against Measles, Mumps, and Rubella. Recently, mumps symptoms cases have surfaced in Dallas, with measles and rubella also reported in...Continue Reading
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February 27, 2025
Rubella in Children: What Parents Need to Know
A case of rubella (German measles) has been confirmed in San Antonio at Legacy Traditional School. Rubella is typically mild in children, but still...Continue Reading
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February 27, 2025
Measles Spreads in Texas: What to Know
The measles outbreak in Texas continues, with now 124 confirmed cases reported throughout the state. The latest news includes a confirmed case in Rockwall...Continue Reading
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February 24, 2025
Measles Outbreak Spreads in Texas: Little Spurs Monitoring Situation Closely
Texas is experiencing its largest measles outbreak in nearly 30 years, with 49 confirmed cases reported in the past two weeks. While most cases...Continue Reading
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February 18, 2025
Measles Diagnosed in Texas – 2025
In the past two weeks, 49 cases of measles have been reported in Texas, with most of those affected being children. The majority of...Continue Reading
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February 13, 2025
What Parents Need to Know About Bird Flu
You may have seen recent news about bird flu in Texas, such as in Landa Park in New Braunfels, near San Antonio, but there’s...Continue Reading
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January 21, 2025
Telemedicine vs. In-Person Visits: Which is Right for Your Child?
Little Spurs Pediatric Urgent Care is proud to offer the immediate pediatric health service of telemedicine because of the convenience and accessibility it provides...Continue Reading
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January 6, 2025
Recognizing RSV: Symptoms, Care Options, and When to Seek Help
As winter approaches, one virus that can cause major concern for parents is Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). RSV is a common, seasonal virus that can...Continue Reading
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December 30, 2024
Winter Car Seat Safety
Bulky coats, snowsuits, and thick clothing can prevent the car seat harness from fitting securely. These items compress during an accident, creating extra slack...Continue Reading
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December 5, 2024
Understanding Fever in Children
It can be unsettling when your little one has a fever. However, it’s important to remember fever is the body’s natural way of signaling...Continue Reading
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November 27, 2024
Managing Asthma During Cold Weather
As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, many parents start to think about how to keep their little ones healthy during the...Continue Reading