Tag: antibiotics
Little Spurs Pediatric Urgent Care
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November 14, 2024
When Does My Child Need Antibiotics?
At Little Spurs Pediatric Urgent Care, we know how tough it can be when your child isn’t feeling well, and you want them back...Continue Reading
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February 13, 2024
Wondering What to Do for Respiratory Illnesses?
We know that as parents, you never want your children to get sick. When they do, it is important to know how to evaluate...Continue Reading
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November 20, 2023
Antibiotics: 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 30, 2022
Antibiotic 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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November 9, 2021
Antibiotic Awareness
Happy Antibiotic Awareness Month! Every November the CDC and other healthcare organizations take time to remind caregivers about the dangers of antibiotics and why...Continue Reading
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April 9, 2020
Pink Eye/Conjuntivitis
What is it? Irritation/Inflammation of the eye that may be caused by viruses, bacteria, allergies or chemical exposure. The most common cause of conjunctivitis...Continue Reading
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November 20, 2019
What is Antibiotic Stewardship?
You might have heard of the “Superbug Crisis”. If not, here is a brief explanation: Antibiotics are prescribed to fight bacteria (not viruses!) and...Continue Reading
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November 4, 2019
Antibiotics: Good or Bad?
Antibiotics – they are good right? They help cure infections. Well yes…and no. Antibiotics, prescribed appropriately, are a great tool to help your child...Continue Reading
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September 10, 2018
Back to School – Pink Eye in Children
Kids are back in school! As parents we know what that means- contagious illnesses are ready and waiting.Pink Eye We all know about “pink...Continue Reading
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June 26, 2017
Identifying Strep Throat
Strep throat or “Group A streptococci” is one of the most common infections spread among children and teenagers. Strep throat can be spread from...Continue Reading