Tag: child safety
Little Spurs Pediatric Urgent Care
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August 27, 2025First Aid for Cuts, Scrapes, and Stitches
Accidents happen! Knowing how to care for minor cuts and scrapes can help your child heal safely and prevent infection. At Little Spurs Pediatric...Continue Reading
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August 4, 2025West Nile Virus in Texas: What Parents Need to Know
West Nile Virus has been detected in both San Antonio and Dallas, should parents be worried? West Nile Virus has recently made headlines in...Continue Reading
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July 3, 2025Firework Safety Tips for Families
Did you know? According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, an estimated 10,200 firework-related injuries were treated in emergency departments in 2022. Nearly...Continue Reading
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June 4, 2025Saharan Dust in Texas
Did you know that dust from the Sahara Desert can travel thousands of miles, reaching Texas skies? While Saharan dust helps suppress hurricane activity...Continue Reading
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May 30, 2025FAQs on Insect Bites in Kids
The stars at night are big and bright (and so are the bug bites!) deep in the heart of Texas. Summer means more outdoor...Continue Reading
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April 9, 2025A Parent’s Guide to the MMR Vaccine
The Texas Department of State Health Services recently reported an outbreak of measles in the South Plains region of Texas, with 505 confirmed cases...Continue Reading
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February 13, 2025What 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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February 10, 2025Candy Safety
It is the season of love and sweets! While a piece of candy may seem harmless, candies do pose a threat to small children....Continue Reading
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January 21, 2025Telemedicine 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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December 30, 2024Winter 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, 2024Understanding 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 14, 2024When 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