How Serious Are Ear Infections?

How Serious Are Ear Infections?

What Causes an Ear Infection? The most common type of ear infection among children is an infection of the middle ear, in which the middle ear doesn’t get enough fresh air from the Eustachian tube. Normally, the air in your child’s middle ear is passed through the...
What Are the Components of a Sports Physical?

What Are the Components of a Sports Physical?

What Will My Medical Provider Need to Know? A sports physical is a quick 15–25 minute physical with a provider that helps determine if it is safe for a child to play on a sports team, and there are two main components: your child’s medical history and a physical...