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10/21/2025

It's hard to believe, but the holidays are right around the corner. And with holiday meals often comes an excessive intake of food and drink. Read on for a few recommendations for more health-conscious holiday choices for your children and your family.

https://activekidmd.com/tips-for-maintaining-proper-nutrition-in-athletes-during-the-holidays/

10/19/2025

10/16/2025

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With fall sports starting back up, we are seeing more patients for asthma-related symptoms. So would It Be SMART to Change the Use of Inhalers?

Guidelines issued by the Global Initiative for Asthma in 2025 (GINA) introduced a SMART approach for both prevention and reduction of asthma symptoms. SMART stands for Single Maintenance and Reliever Therapy, which recommends the use of one inhaler that acts to both open airways and reduce inflammation. This concept increases the use of Inhaled Corticosteroids (ICS) to address the airway swelling.

Have questions about asthma management or how to safely perform at your best with asthma? Check out our latest blog: https://activekidmd.com/a-smarter-way-to-control-asthma/

If you still have questions, please don't hesitate to contact our office.

10/15/2025

October is RSV Awareness Month

RSV is a common respiratory virus that spreads easily through coughs, sneezes, and even by touching contaminated surfaces.

For most children, RSV feels like a mild cold, but for some (especially young infants, premature babies, or those with smaller airways or health conditions), it can lead to bronchiolitis and cause wheezing or breathing difficulties.

Here’s how you can help protect your little ones:
✨ Wash hands often with soap and water
✨ Disinfect frequently touched surfaces (like doorknobs and counters)
✨ Limit close contact, especially during peak RSV season
✨ Keep babies under 2 months away from unnecessary visitors

If family or friends come to visit your newborn, kindly ask them to:
🧴 Wash their hands
😷 Wear a mask if they have any cold symptoms
🚫 Avoid kissing the baby (doctor’s orders!)

For more details, check out our blog:
“Protecting Your Children During RSV & Flu Season” → https://activekidmd.com/protecting-your-children-during-rsv-flu-season/

If you ever have concerns about your child’s breathing or symptoms, please contact our office right away.

10/15/2025

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There are new guidelines that recommend a different type of inhaler for longer lasting opening of airways and reduction in airway swelling.

This can help reduce asthma flares, keep you out of the hospital, and improve exercise performance.

Want to learn more?

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10/14/2025

A growing number of Irvine students are using electric bikes (e-bikes) to get to and from school, and for getting around town. Physicians, police officers, and emergency medical service professionals have begun raising safety concerns due to the increase and severity of e-bike accidents and injuries

10/13/2025

10/09/2025

Working with Olympic-level male and female volleyball players has allowed us a unique appreciation for common volleyball injuries. Read on to discover six frequent volleyball injuries, along with essential prevention strategies applicable to players of any age.

https://activekidmd.com/six-common-volleyball-injuries/

Of course, if there are ever any concerns, please don't hesitate to contact our office.

10/08/2025

We’d love your feedback! At ActiveKidMD, we’re passionate about caring for children and supporting families through every stage of growth. If your child has been seen in our office, we’d be so grateful if you could take a moment to share your experience in a Google review.

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Your feedback not only helps our team continue to provide the best care, but also helps other families in our community feel confident in choosing ActiveKidMD for their child’s health.

Thank you for being part of the ActiveKidMD family!

10/07/2025

With fall upon us and school in full swing, so are fall sports. While we love cheering our athletes from the sideline, safety is also key. Just like winning takes a full team effort, soccer safety needs players, coaches, officials, and families all working together to keep kids safe. Let’s take a look at how to keep players safe before taking the field, while on the field, as well as what to do if an injury should occur.

https://activekidmd.com/soccer-safety/