AKUC AdminApr 26, 20182 minDifferent Kinds of CastsA cast, a big hard bandage, is used to protect and immobilize a broken or injured bone. The cast wraps around the broken area and needs...
AKUC AdminApr 19, 20182 minComforting Children During ShotsWe all know that getting shots can be tough, on you and your child, but the benefits of vaccines are worth the efforts. Shots provide...
AKUC AdminJan 29, 20182 minThe 2018 Flu – What You Need to KnowSymptoms Children who get the flu will have a fever, chills, body aches, sore throat, runny nose, sneezing, dry cough, vomiting,...
AKUC AdminJan 25, 20182 minWhat is Pertussis?Symptoms The early symptoms of whooping cough are similar to those of a common cold including a runny nose, sneezing, mild cough, and...
AKUC AdminJan 18, 20183 minFear of the DarkValidate Feelings The best thing a parent can do for a child with a fear of the dark is to validate their feelings. Let them know that...
AKUC AdminJan 11, 20182 minWhat is Eczema?Atopic dermatitis is a complex disease and although its precise cause is unknown, various genetic and environmental factors are believed...
AKUC AdminJan 4, 20181 minFun Things to do with your Kids in the East Valley AreaThe Phoenix Zoo Arizona Science Center Sea Life Arizona Aquarium i.d.e.a Museum Children’s Museum of Phoenix Legoland Discovery Center...
AKUC AdminNov 17, 20172 minBoosting a Child’s Immune SystemYour Diet It all starts with what we eat. Studies show that a diet rich in phytonutrients can increase the body’s production of...
AKUC AdminNov 2, 20172 minFlu Prevention TipsFlu Shots a few weeks ago, but there are other ways that you and your child can keep from getting sick and from spreading the germs if...
AKUC AdminOct 26, 20171 minWashi Tape PumpkinSupplies Orange, Brown, and Green construction or card stock paper Washi tape Green pipe cleaners (optional, but fun!) Hole punch (if...
AKUC AdminOct 24, 20172 minHalloween Safety TipsCostumes Before the big night even rolls around, make sure you look for and buy a costume that will keep your kid safe. Avoid masks, if...
AKUC AdminOct 10, 20172 minMaking Physical Activity a Way of LifeIt’s never too late to build healthy habits. Physical activity should become as routine a part of your lives as eating and sleeping. So,...
AKUC AdminSep 27, 20171 minProtecting Kids From School GermsThe number one tip for germ-prevention is hand washing. A great tip to get your children to wash their hands with soap for the proper...
AKUC AdminSep 25, 20173 min2017 Flu Shot FAQAllKids Urgent Care has you covered! Here are the top questions we get about the flu and getting your child’s (and your) flu shot. When...
AKUC AdminSep 15, 20172 minHandling the Parent-Teacher Conference Without TearsIf this sounds like you, remind yourself of the positive nature of these meetings – you are in partnership with the teacher. You are the...
AKUC AdminSep 12, 20173 min10 Things You Didn’t Know About Kids HealthAh-choo Sneezes can travel out of your nose at up to 100 miles per house and spread germs up to 2-3 meters! Also, germs can live on hard...
AKUC AdminAug 10, 20172 minSupporting a Shy ChildStrangers If you run into an old friend who hasn’t met your child, and they are hiding behind your legs, let them stay safe and hide for...
AKUC AdminAug 7, 20172 minMonsters in the Closet: What You Need to Know About Kids and NightmaresNightmares aren’t completely preventable, but they are more likely to happen when children are overtired or under stress. Keeping your...
AKUC AdminJul 22, 20172 minSummer’s Over! Helpful Tips for Transitioning Back to SchoolNight Before To help alleviate morning stress, have your child help you lay out their clothes, or you can work on the weekend to pick out...
AKUC AdminJun 7, 20172 minAll About ChickenpoxSymptoms of Chickenpox Chickenpox often starts with a fever, headache, sore throat, or stomachache. The most common symptom, though, is a...