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The majority of kids are skipping doctor's appointments due to the coronavirus pandemic, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Medical professionals share tips on how guardians and kids can prepare for a doctor's visit or medical treatment to ensure a positive care experience.
That child may have had to go to an urgent care provider that they've never seen before, or even to the emergency room because they needed to be seen but I did not have any open appointments. The ...
Pediatric appointments typically work better over smartphones than web cameras so you can better show your doctor what’s going on (like a rash on your kid’s leg, for example).
Schools are closed and public gatherings canceled to prevent increased spread of coronavirus. But what about regular appointments to see the doctor, dentist or counselor that are coming up on the ...
ATLANTA — The thought of going to a doctor’s office right now can be a little scary. Those who often need appointments are young children. But pediatricians want to remind parents that some ...
Most California kids rely on Medi-Cal for vital preventive care, but many are missing necessary health screenings because of trouble accessing its services.
While scheduling and going to doctor’s appointments can feel like a full-time job, it’s important to stay up to date on your annual exams and doctor’s appointments to ensure your physical ...
Don't just sit back in silence as your doctor moves through the appointment: Ask these 12 questions and get answers so you can take your health into your own hands.
But they are in the minority, as at least one health organization says the majority of kids aren't going to the doctor right now amid concerns over COVID-19.