Summit Health Cares

  Recorded at the Pediatric Center on Cub Lake Rd. behind Papa Johns. In this episode Birdman chats with Dr. Jones with Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center about Bronchiolitis, RSV, and Flu in young children. Winter is the busiest season for pediatrics due to viral infections.   Video @ https://youtu.be/_D1a4Tc8rmg   RSV typically occurs during this time of the year; November to May. RSV is a very contagious virus that affects the respiratory tract, usually in children under three. It can be more dangerous for children 0-3 years of age. When adults and older children have it, it's usually very mild (like a bad cold).  Help prevent RSV by washing your hands often, good hygiene, and staying away from sick people. Please watch for symptoms to know if your baby-toddler needs medical attention; difficulty breathing, eating, or dehydration.   Bronchiolitis is a common illness of the respiratory tract. It's caused by an infection that affects the tiny airways, called the bronchioles, that lead to the lungs. As