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  • The Flu Shot: Your Best Chance Against Influenza, Despite Skepticism

    When a child gets the flu, they’re not only sick in bed for a week or more, but the illness also can have serious or life-threatening consequences. During the 2018-2019 season, 138 children died after contracting the flu. Despite the consensus of the medical community, a national survey by Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children found that a shocking number of parents still are skeptical about the safety and effectiveness of the flu shot.

  • Kids (and Adults)—Wash Your Hands!

    From turning door knobs to pushing elevator buttons to sharing toys at a playdate, children are constantly touching items that are covered with germs. And then, when they touch areas like their noses, eyes and mouth, they introduce those germs to their bodies, which can make them sick.  Think of your child picking up germs while touching the handle of a grocery cart, then popping their thumb into their mouth or rubbing their eyes.

  • Bicycle Helmets Will Keep Your Children Safe This Summer

    One of my favorite things about the neighborhood in which I live is that on any given day, you might see a gaggle of children riding their bikes or scooters down the street accompanied by lots of laughter and silliness. It reminds me that mine is a family neighborhood, and I’m so fortunate to live in a place where kids have the opportunity to play outside and enjoy all of the freedom that summer brings.

  • Marie R Quinonez, MD

  • Faris Al-Mousily, MD, FACC

    Faris Al-Mousily, MD, FACC, is a physician at Orlando Health Children's Heart Institute. He is board certified in pediatrics, pediatric cardiology and adult congenital heart disease, with training and certification in cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

  • Reesa Monir, MD

    Dr. Reesa Monir is a board-certified pediatric dermatologist with Orlando Health Children's Arnold Palmer Hospital. She cares for infants and children with common and rare skin conditions, and her specialties include:

  • Regino P Gonzalez-Peralta, MD

  • Carolyn R Lyon, MD

  • Gustavo Muñoz Monaco, MD

    Dr. Gustavo Muñoz Monaco is a board-certified pediatric anesthesiologist with the Orlando Health Children's Heart Institute. His areas of expertise include:

  • Gina L. O'Connor, APRN