Flu Spreading Faster in Utah in 2026
Flu Spreading Faster in Utah in 2026

Flu Is Spreading Faster in Utah This Year: What Parents Need to Know Utah’s flu season is off to an unusually early start, and parents of young children should be paying attention. According to Intermountain Health’s GermWatch, Utah recorded 242 influenza A detections during the reporting week of October 11, 2026, compared with just 10 … Continue reading “Flu Spreading Faster in Utah in 2026”

RSV in Infants: Symptoms, Risks & Prevention
RSV in Infants: Symptoms, Risks & Prevention

Learn why RSV is more serious for newborns, symptoms to watch for, and how Utah Valley Pediatrics helps Utah County families protect their babies.

Pediatricians Answer the Top 8 Measles Questions from Utah Parents
Pediatricians Answer the Top 8 Measles Questions from Utah Parents

Article at a Glance Measles is highly contagious, staying active in the air for up to two hours. One in five unvaccinated people who contract measles will require hospitalization, and complications can include permanent hearing loss, pneumonia, or brain swelling. Symptoms—including a high fever, cough, and runny nose—typically appear seven to 14 days after infection, … Continue reading “Pediatricians Answer the Top 8 Measles Questions from Utah Parents”

10 Pediatrician-Approved Tips to Protect Your Child During Flu Season in Utah
10 Pediatrician-Approved Tips to Protect Your Child During Flu Season in Utah

Article at a Glance The flu season in Utah is severe and early this year, with statewide hospitalization rates rivaling last year’s peak. A “mismatched” flu strain is hitting infants and the elderly particularly hard, adding pressure to local healthcare systems. Key strategies for protection include getting the flu vaccine, practicing strict hand hygiene, and … Continue reading “10 Pediatrician-Approved Tips to Protect Your Child During Flu Season in Utah”

Beat the Rush for Kindergartener and 7th Grader Immunizations

In Utah, kindergarteners and 7th graders have to be up to date on their immunizations before they can start school. If your child is not up to date, schedule an appointment now to beat the rush in August. Because of high demand, it is often hard to fit in last minute appointments. To attend kindergarten, … Continue reading “Beat the Rush for Kindergartener and 7th Grader Immunizations”

Measles Cases Are on the Rise: How to Protect Your Child
Measles Cases Are on the Rise: How to Protect Your Child

The World Health Organization has issued a warning about the rapid spread of measles around the world, noting a 79 percent increase in cases compared to 2022, with more than 306,000 cases reported last year. As of April 18, 125 measles cases have been reported across 18 US jurisdictions in 2024. As a comparison, the entirety … Continue reading “Measles Cases Are on the Rise: How to Protect Your Child”

Tips to Un-Distance Distance Learning
Tips to Un-Distance Distance Learning

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  • Networking with other distance learning parents can help everyone feel less overwhelmed.
  • There’s no one-size-fits-all solution to the challenges of distance learning.
  • Be patient with yourself and your child as you navigate distance learning through this pandemic.
7 Ways To Prepare Your Kids To Return To School During A Pandemic
7 Ways To Prepare Your Kids To Return To School During A Pandemic

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  • Preparing your kids to go back to school during a pandemic is uncharted territory.
  • Handwashing, hand sanitizing, physical distancing, mask wearing, and limiting sharing supplies are all necessary for a safe return.
  • If your child is sick or has been exposed to Covid-19, keep them home.
Office Visits And COVID-19 Precautions
Office Visits And COVID-19 Precautions

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  • We are monitoring the COVID-19 situation very closely and it is safe to bring your child to your doctor's office for well-visits and normal sick visits.
  • Screening protocol are in place in all of our offices to help detect and direct potential COVID-19 cases.
  • If we ever believe it is unsafe to visit one of our offices, we would alert you immediately.
2018 Walk-in Flu Shot Clinics
2018 Walk-in Flu Shot Clinics

The flu vaccine is important. It can save your family time, money, and may even save the life of someone you love. Flu killed approximately 80,000 people in the United States last flu season, according to the CDC. That record-setting number doesn’t take into account hospitalizations, doctor visits, or days missed at work or school. … Continue reading “2018 Walk-in Flu Shot Clinics”

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