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Holly WaymentHealth Information for the busy parent.

Host Holly Wayment, Physician Relations Specialist Sr., talks to leading pediatric experts in the field.

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The Latest Health News from Pediatrics Now  in Small Bites for Parents. Welcome to Pediatrics Now for Parents, the go-to podcast for health news in small bites for busy parents. Join us on this episode of Pediatrics Now as we delve into essential choking, water and heat safety tips as host Holly Wayment interviews a doctor on the front lines of emergency medicine, Priyanka Kandhal, MD,  a pediatric emergency medicine doctor.  Dr. Kandhal shares her personal experiences as a new parent and provides invaluable advice.  From the dangers of choking hazards to the critical importance of water safety, she covers it all. Learn why you should avoid arm floaties for your kids, the significance of wearing bright-colored swimsuits, and the necessity of having multiple layers of protection around pools.

We also discuss heat-related illnesses, the importance of hydration, and the life-saving practice of rapid cooling in cases of heat stroke. Plus, get tips on how to ensure your child's safety in hot cars and the importance of staying up-to-date with vaccinations.

Tune in for practical advice that can help keep your children safe.