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When your child wakes up with a fever, cough, or stuffy nose in the middle of winter, the last thing you want is to discover that your medicine cabinet is missing something important. For families in Alaska, winter illnesses can be especially challenging when snowy roads, freezing temperatures, or long distances make a quick trip to the pharmacy difficult. Building a winter home pharmacy helps you prepare for these unexpected sick days. Here's what to include in your winter medicine cabinet...

Alaska winters bring freezing temperatures and chilly winds. While these conditions are part of everyday life for Alaskan families, they can be especially uncomfortable for children with sensitive skin or eczema. To help relieve winter eczema in children, apply a thick, fragrance-free cream or ointment at least twice daily and immediately after bathing. Keep baths short and lukewarm, choose soft clothing that does not irritate the skin, and adjust layers to prevent overheating and sweating....

For many common childhood illnesses, telehealth can be a convenient place to start. A virtual pediatric visit lets your child be evaluated from home, where a pediatric provider can discuss their symptoms, next steps, and whether in-person care is needed. For families looking for telehealth options for a sick child in Anchorage, pediatric telehealth can make getting answers easier, especially when your child is already uncomfortable and would rather stay home. Can Telehealth Help When Your...

Boosting your child's immune system is a top priority, especially before flu season arrives. If you’ve ever watched your child go from perfectly fine to flat on the couch in a matter of hours, you know how fast illness can move through a household. While you can’t prevent every illness, you can take practical steps to support your child’s health and help lower their risk of catching the flu. In Alaska, prevention matters even more. Long winters, limited daylight, and more time spent indoors...

It’s difficult to reliably tell a sprain from a broken bone based on symptoms alone. Both can cause swelling, pain, tenderness, and difficulty walking. A child limping after a fall may have something relatively minor, such as a bruise or mild sprain. But limping can also happen with a fracture or another injury that needs medical attention. The challenge is that children don’t always describe pain clearly, and some injuries are less obvious than parents expect. Why Is My Child Limping After a...

Yes, urgent care centers can often provide stitches for cuts and lacerations that need medical closure. At Alaska Children’s Urgent Care and Outreach, we provide pediatric laceration repair for children in Anchorage. When your child gets a deep cut, it’s hard to tell whether a bandage is enough or whether the wound needs professional care. Knowing what to look for can help you decide whether pediatric urgent care may be appropriate or when a trip to the emergency room is needed. Can Urgent...