PediaCast: Pediatric Podcasts for Parents

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Ear Infections and Ear Tubes; Outdoor Fun and Spring Injuries - PediaCast 426 Mar 21, 2019

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Our Pediatrics in Plain Language Panel returns as we consider ear infections and ear tubes. Plus, warm weather is on the way (finally!) We have terrific ideas for outdoor fun… and tips for responding to Spring injuries. We hope you can join us!

Paging Dr Google: Tips for Finding the Best Medical Information Online - PediaCast 425 Mar 06, 2019

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This week we explore tips for finding trustworthy medical information online. What is the best way to search? Which sites and social media should you visit? Who can you trust… and how do you evaluate conflicting advice? Twitter guru, Dr Dave Stukus, visits the studio, along with NCH Social Media Manager, Diane Lang, and Media Relations Specialist, Katelyn Hanzel. This is a fun one you won’t want to miss!

Sports Physicals - PediaCast 424 Feb 20, 2019

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Dr Jim MacDonald and Dr Peter Kriz visit the PediaCast Studio as we consider the pre-participation sports physical. What makes this visit different than a well-child exam? What are the important components and where should the exam takes place? Plus, we talk conditioning, injury rehabilitation, cardiac screening and concussions. We hope you can join us!

Infant Teething and Toddler Tooth Care - PediaCast 423 Feb 07, 2019

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Dr Janice Townsend is Chief of Dentistry at Nationwide Children’s. She joins us to answer questions about infant teething and tooth care for babies and toddlers. We explore symptom relief, brushing, fluoride, cavities, thumb-sucking and pacifiers. We hope you can join us!

Polar Vortex, Toddler Sleep, Baby on the Way - PediaCast 422 Jan 30, 2019

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It’s winter in Ohio and the Polar Vortex is here! This week we cover cold-weather safety, including tips for preventing, recognizing and treating frostbite and hypothermia. We also answer a pair of listener questions concerning toddler sleep and preparing young siblings for the arrival of a new baby in the home. We hope you can join us!

Ibuprofen Allergy, Fever Truths and Myths - PediaCast 421 Jan 16, 2019

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This week we answer a listener question about severe ibuprofen allergy (anaphylaxis) and examine truths and myths surrounding fever. We hope you can join us!

Feed the Baby Hummus: Parenting Practices Around the World - PediaCast 420 Dec 19, 2018

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Dr Lisa Lewis, author of Feed the Baby Hummus, visits this week as we explore parenting practices from countries and cultures around the world. We hope you can join us!

Influencers and Worries... According to Kids! - PediaCast 419 Nov 28, 2018

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Highlights magazine returns to PediaCast to talk about their annual State of the Kid Report. This year’s focus is “the influences and worries of a generation ready to stand up and do what’s right.” Editor-in-chief, Christine French Cully, shares survey results, while parenting coach and education expert, Jennifer Miller, unpacks insight and takeaways from the report. We hope you can join us!

Antibiotic Awareness - PediaCast 418 Nov 15, 2018

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It is antibiotic awareness week! Join us as we reach into the PediaCast archive and share an interview with Dr Preeti Jaggi on antibiotic stewardship. We introduce the concept and share steps medical providers and families can take to reduce the misuse of antibiotics.

Family Literacy & Great Books for Every Age - PediaCast 417 Oct 25, 2018

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November is Family Literacy Month! Drs Alex Rakowsky and Mary Ann Abrams visit the studio as we explore the many benefits of reading. We share tips for nurturing a kid’s love of written stories and reveal our favorite books for babies, teens and all the ages in between. We hope you can join us!

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