COVID19, Infectious Disease, Norton Childrens Medical Group, Prevention & Wellness

Talking to kids about coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

With news about the new coronavirus and the disease it causes (COVID-19) changing by the day, keep in mind that your kids are hearing about it too, even if they don’t bring it up. They’re getting information from other kids, social media or snippets of news reports, and likely to misunderstand what they’re hearing. Deciding…

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Back to School, COVID19, News, Norton Childrens Medical Group, Prevention & Wellness

With schools reopening, make sure kids have their shots

With Louisville-area public schools reopening, many kids may need to catch up on their immunization schedule and get their regular wellness exams. “It’s very important that everyone is prepared,” said Becky S. Carothers, M.D., pediatrician with Norton Children’s Medical Group – Broadway. “This especially includes making sure your child is up to date on their…

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