The Multi-Sport Athlete: Why Your Kid Should Play More Than One Sport

Amy Sarah Marshall   |   7/17/2018   |   Kids

Helping your child focus on a single sport may seem like the best way to encourage athletic success. But studies show several risks to single-sport specialization that may not seem obvious. More »

Pinworms, Roundworms, Tapeworms: The Microscopic Invaders That Could Infect Your Kids

Holly Ford   |   7/9/2018   |   Kids

In other parts of the world, worms are a significant health burden, especially for kids. While not as common in the U.S., worm infections do happen. Find out which are the most common, symptoms of an infection and how to treat it. More »

Breathe Easy: 7 Ways to Manage Allergens Affecting Home Air Quality & Your Health

Holly Ford   |   5/29/2018   |   General Health, Kids

If you or your child suffer from asthma, it’s important to be aware that some common allergens can compromise home air quality and trigger asthma symptoms. More »

Germwatch: Warm Weather Brings Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease, Plus Ticks

Megan Rowe   |   5/23/2018   |   Kids

For infants and kids in preschool, the recent warmer weather also means an increased risk of hand, foot and mouth disease. We talked to pediatrician Juli-Anne Wade, MD, who is seeing more of this virus in her patients at Augusta Pediatrics. More »

Reporting Child Abuse: Collecting Evidence and Getting Medical Care

Jen Mediano   |   4/30/2018   |   General Health, Kids

UVA forensic nurse examiners provide medical care, support and evidence collection in incidents of assault, including physical and sexual abuse of children. If you suspect child abuse, contact Child Protective Services. More »

Is This Normal? When to Seek Medical Advice for Constipation in Kids

Holly Ford   |   4/27/2018   |   Kids

Constipation can be tough to manage no matter what your age. But for children— especially those who are not yet verbal — identifying and treating gastrointestinal issues takes time and may require physician intervention to get things moving again. More »

Germwatch: Flu Season Ends, Seasonal Allergies Begin

Megan Rowe   |   3/29/2018   |   Kids

Here in Central Virginia, we’re starting to see the first tree buds and flowers of spring. That means we're seeing patients with seasonal allergies. More »

Your Kids’ Nutrition: Making Healthy Food Choices

Eric Puffenbarger   |   3/22/2018   |   Kids

Kids nutrition is especially important as they learn, grow, and develop. Check out these daily guidelines to help make sure your kids get the most nutrition out of the food they eat. More »

Germwatch: Pediatric Upper Respiratory Infections and Mumps

Megan Rowe   |   11/21/2017   |   Kids

As we spend more time inside, doctors are seeing more upper respiratory infections in kids. There have also been two cases of mumps at UVA. More »

Teen Self-Harm: Can I Prevent My Teen From Cutting?

Amy Sarah Marshall   |   11/16/2017   |   Kids

Teens turn to cutting and other forms of self-harm to ease stress. Teen self-harm requires parents to help their kids cope. Dyan Aretakis of the UVA Teen & Young Adult Health Center offers tips on how to get started. More »