Bronchiolitis is a common lower respiratory tract infection that often appears in children younger than 2 years old. Bronchiolitis develops when the tiny airways in the lungs, called bronchioles, become infected by a virus, swell and fill with mucus, making it more difficult for a baby to breathe. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is the most…
State-of-the-art robots are assisting surgeons at Norton Children’s Urology offering minimally invasive procedures while dramatically reducing recovery times for children undergoing surgery, such as a pyeloplasty. “Using robots for surgery is a huge benefit, and it eliminates the need for large, open incisions,” said Jeffrey T. White, M.D., pediatric urologist with Norton Children’s Urology. “The…
Is too much screen time causing your child’s headaches? It’s very possible. Excessive screen time is a common issue among children today, and it can cause digital eyestrain. Spending too much time staring at a screen, such as a phone, tablet or computer, can cause digital eyestrain, a key trigger in headaches. Although it may…
Ian S. Mutchnick, M.D. is a pediatric neurosurgeon with Norton Children’s Neuroscience Institute. Babies’ brains grow very quickly. Therefore, the bones of a baby’s skull are not connected to each other, which allows the skull to expand easily to keep up with the growth. In two “soft spots” – one on top of the head…
The pediatric orthopedic specialists at Norton Children’s Orthopedics of Louisville have started using an extremely low-radiation system for collecting high-quality 2D and 3D images. The low-radiation feature of the technology is especially attractive for children who may need multiple images over the years to monitor scoliosis. If surgery is required, the system provides detailed tools…
Community members have an opportunity to send children who are patients at Norton Children’s facilities a Valentine’s Day greeting. The greetings can be selected at NortonChildrens.com/Valentine. From Feb. 1 to 10, 2022, people can choose from seven different Valentine’s Day cards with heartfelt messages on the front and fun kids’ activities on the back. The…
If your child needs a COVID-19 test and they don’t have symptoms or have very minimal symptoms, the best place to go is one of the many drive-thru testing centers around the city. This includes Norton Healthcare Express Services or the site at Churchill Downs operated by Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government. “Providers at Norton Immediate…
Knowing the signs of anxiety and depression in children has become even more important as the COVID-19 pandemic continues and more families have sought help for their children’s mental health over the past two years. Although most kids are now back in school and have returned to many of their pre-pandemic routines, with vaccinations more…
In many cases, preventing heart disease in children can be accomplished with lifestyle changes. Preventable heart disease in children is increasing, likely tied to a widespread increase in childhood obesity. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 5 children ages 6 to 19 is obese. Children in the U.S. typically…
You occasionally hear about it on the news: A seemingly healthy child suddenly collapses or dies after cardiac arrest on the football field or basketball court, or during another sporting event. But any teenager can have sudden cardiac arrest, and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) now recommends screening all children, not just those involved…
State-of-the-art technology is helping save the lives of some of Louisville’s youngest patients. Cardiologists are using a new device to help treat micro-preemies — babies born before the 28th week of pregnancy and/or weighing less than 2 pounds — who have a heart defect caused by part of the fetal structure that remains at birth. Joshua…
Some pediatric patients with bleeding disorders may have a higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19, especially if they have serious underlying medical conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, obesity or asthma. Although most bleeding disorders are not associated with impaired immunity, COVID-19 can be a concern for children who are taking immune-suppressing medications, as…