The flu, also known as influenza, is a highly contagious viral infection of the respiratory tract (nose, throat, and lungs). The virus spreads easily in settings where many people are contained in close quarters, such as schools and childcare, making children especially susceptible to the flu. Often confused with the common cold, influenza symptoms are […]
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends flu vaccines for everyone six months and older. Babies younger than six months can’t get the vaccine. But if their parents, other caregivers, and older kids in the household get it, that will help protect the baby. This preventive measure is important because infants are more […]
The Pediatric Care Center is pleased to offer the COVID-19 vaccination to children 6 months to 5 years at our Bristol and Southington locations. Getting the vaccine will help keep your child from getting seriously sick if they do get COVID-19 and help keep them from spreading COVID to others. All children, including children who have […]
