Category: Illness
Little Spurs Pediatric Urgent Care
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November 20, 2023Antibiotics: Yay or Nay?
At Little Spurs Pediatric Urgent Care, we LOVE antibiotics! When they are used appropriately. Did you know – one in three antibiotics prescribed are...Continue Reading
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November 3, 2023Understanding Childhood Asthma
Childhood asthma is a common and potentially challenging condition many parents and caregivers must navigate. In this blog, we will explore childhood asthma in-depth,...Continue Reading
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September 7, 2023Pediatric Urgent Care vs. the Emergency Room: What’s the Difference?
When a child requires medical attention, it can be difficult to know where to go. While the emergency room is often the first choice,...Continue Reading
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August 16, 2023Common Back to School Illnesses: Protecting Your Child
It’s that time of year again! As the school year begins, parents are not only concerned about their children’s academic progress but also their...Continue Reading
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April 28, 2023Earaches In Children
Earaches are a common complaint among children, especially during cold and flu season. It is important to understand the causes, symptoms, and treatment options...Continue Reading
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March 1, 2023Common Skin Rashes During Sports
The most common rashes we see in children playing sports are heat rash, contact dermatitis, Athlete’s foot, impetigo and eczema. Let’s talk about each...Continue Reading
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February 16, 2023American Heart Month: How to Keep Your Child’s Heart Healthy
February is American Heart Month, and it’s the perfect time to discuss how to keep your child’s heart healthy. Pediatricians emphasize the importance of...Continue Reading
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January 4, 2023Let’s Talk About “Cedar Fever”
Here we go again, it’s “Cedar Fever” season! Along with this season comes the sniffles, itchy and watery eyes, and crankiness. If your child...Continue Reading
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December 29, 2022Covid VS Flu VS RSV
The holiday season brings joy and fun, but it can also be accompanied by seasonal illnesses. We understand some symptoms can be similar when...Continue Reading
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November 30, 2022Antibiotic Awareness Updated 2022
Happy Antibiotic Awareness Month! Every November the CDC and other healthcare organizations take the time to remind caregivers about the dangers of antibiotics and...Continue Reading
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October 12, 2022What is SIDS?
Many of us have heard of SIDS but what is it? and how does it happen? Can we prevent it? SIDS is commonly known...Continue Reading
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August 19, 2022Monkeypox and Children
Here we go again….. with school ramping back up, and COVID-19 protocols relaxing, there is a new infectious disease on the rise. Monkeypox! Lately,...Continue Reading