SSM Health: Why parents shouldn't skip out on routine vaccinations
MADISON, Wis. — Vaccines are an important part of overall wellbeing, and they work by strengthening immune system response to diseases that could be serious or…
Talking to your kids about the dangers of vaping
MADISON, Wis. -- Clever marketing has made vaping attractive to kid and teens, but is it really safer than cigarettes? Health experts from SSM Health are laying…
Time for Kids: Teaching kids acts of kindness
MADISON, Wis. -- It feels good to share love and gratitude with others, but there's more to it than that -- it can actually be physically good for the heart. SSM…
Time for Kids: Protecting your family against carbon monoxide poisoning this winter
MADISON, Wis. -- While we have been fortunate to avoid power outages when overnight temperatures dip below zero so far this winter, temperatures are expected…
SSM Health: The difference between "stomach flu" and the actual flu
MADISON, Wis. — Health experts in Wisconsin are expecting a very active flu season, and with many illnesses on the rise, SSM Health…
Time for Kids: How early kids should start getting the flu shot, and when to get it every year
MADISON, Wis. — We’ve talked a lot about COVID-19 and the vaccine for kids, but other respiratory illnesses continue to spread in southern Wisconsin, and that…
SSM Health: Signs of concern with respiratory illness
While it’s important to know the signs and symptoms of each illness, SSM Health Pediatrician Dan Beardmore is breaking down the difference between what’s normal, and when to be seen by a doctor.
SSM Health: Things to keep in mind while trick-or-treating this Halloween
MADISON, Wis. — Halloween is just 10 days away, and this year, the CDC has that families should be able to partake in trick-or-treating, but…
SSM Health: Flu shot more important than ever this year
Last year Wisconsin saw a historically low flu season, driven by a combination of staying at home, masking, and virtual schooling.
SSM Health: Environmental factors often overlooked when it comes to children's health
From annual exams to water and air quality, there are a number of factors that impact a child’s health.
SSM Health: Recognizing the not-so-obvious signs of stress and anxiety
Take a normal school year, then add a pandemic on top of that. COVID-19 continues to impact area communities, including our classrooms and quarantining students.
SSM Health: Family unit is important to navigating COVID concerns
It may seem like ground we’ve already covered, but with rising COVID cases statewide, especially in kids, SSM Health Physician Benjamin Banks says it’s important to reiterate the message of dealing with it safely, including the added stress.
Back to school anxiety: How to help your child, or yourself, navigate those feelings
A change in routine sometimes means a change in behavior, but while some are positive, others could be a sign of something else, such as anxiety.
SSM Health: How to properly fit your child's backpack
Have you ever noticed a child struggling with a heavy backpack? Odds are that backpack was too big, which could lead to pain, injuries, or even disruption to proper posture.
SSM Health: A Goodnight's rest has multiple benefits
Odds are you know that a good night’s rest is crucial for development, but the amount your child needs likely varies.
SSM Health: It's time to start switching to a school based routine
It’s been said many times, kids thrive on routine.
