by Brett Escarza, MD | Oct 13, 2023 | Ask an Expert, Child & Family Health
Pediatricians might order an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) for your child; at first, it might seem like an extensive, scary procedure, but it is one of the most common diagnostic procedures they order for young patients. Often times a sedated MRI is helpful for...
by erlangerhealth | Oct 2, 2023 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
Each year, around 3,500 babies die of a sleep-related cause. While the number is staggering, safe sleep practices can help keep your baby safe and limit the risk. There are a couple different terms used to describe when a baby dies of an unknown cause. The overarching...
by Joseph Oros, MD Specializes in Radiology - Pediatrics | Oct 1, 2023 | Ask an Expert, Child & Family Health
Pediatric radiology is a subspecialty of radiology that deals with the imaging diagnosis and management of congenital and acquired diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. A pediatric radiologist is a physician who has undergone specialized training in medical...
by Jeffery Bennett, MD, MBOE | Sep 9, 2023 | Ask an Expert, Child & Family Health
As kids prepare to return to school, parents and guardians in Hamilton County must ensure their children have gotten all the shots they need to follow the state’s rules and school policies. Shots, or vaccines, are a powerful way to stop and control diseases that...
by Dr. Andrea Goins, DO, FAAP, Vice Chief of Staff Children's Hospital at Erlanger | Sep 7, 2023 | Child & Family Health, Erlanger News, Stay Well
Sudden infant death syndrome — often known as “SIDS” — is a term to describe the sudden, unexplained death of an infant up to 12 months old. Although no one knows the cause of SIDS, you and others who care for your baby can reduce the risk of sudden death and ensure...
by Dr. Andrea Goins, DO, FAAP, Vice Chief of Staff Children's Hospital at Erlanger | Aug 28, 2023 | Ask an Expert, Child & Family Health
As a parent, ensuring your baby’s safety is paramount. One important aspect of your baby’s safety is their sleeping environment. It is important to note that how you put your baby down to sleep can pose a risk to their safety. While nursing pillows provide comfort and...
