What’s Causing My Child’s Allergies? Utah Allergy Season Explained
What’s Causing My Child’s Allergies? Utah Allergy Season Explained

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  • Allergy season often begins in February with Juniper and Cedar trees, long before the traditional spring bloom.
  • Major Utah allergens include a wide range of trees like Cottonwood, Box Elder, and Ash, as well as summer grasses and fall Sagebrush or Ragweed.
  • Our local inversions can trap particulates that irritate a child’s airway, making their allergic reactions feel significantly more severe.
  • Monitoring hourly levels via the Pollen Wise app and starting maintenance medications two weeks before a child’s known trigger season are the most effective ways to manage symptoms.
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”

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”

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