Medical Mondays
View our video series from Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics that highlights timely pediatric health and safety topics discussed by Children's Mercy experts.

Winter Story Ideas (pdf)

Fall Story Ideas (pdf)

Story Angle: How sick is too sick for school?

Our Expert: "Parents of children younger than 6 years old should consult a doctor before giving them over-the-counter cough and cold medicines. In some cases, many of these are not effective and may pose health risks." - John Cowden, MD

Story Angle: Understanding pediatric epilepsy

Our Expert: "Epilepsy can be caused by a number of different conditions, but it's really more of a set of symptoms, the most prominent of which are seizures." - Ahmed Abdelmoity, MD

Story Angle: Dashing through the snow: Winter sports safety

Our Expert: "Most ski injuries occur because the child wasn't fitted in the proper equipment. All children should be fitted for skis and ski bindings based on their height, weight and abilities."-Greg Canty, MD

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Summer Story Ideas (pdf)

Story Angle: Save our skin - Summertime sun protection

Our Expert: "There are some definite long-term effects of exposure to the sun. It's never too early to start being smart about spending time in the sun." - Amy Nopper, MD

Story Angle: Preventing asthma attacks on summer vacations

Our Expert:  If your child suffers from asthma, be sure to request allergy-proof or non-smoking rooms when booking hotel reservations for your summer vacation." -Jay Portnoy, MD

Story Angle: Primer on back to school immunizations

Our Expert: "The vaccination schedule can be confusing and it can change from year to year. Parents should not hesitate in asking questions of their child's health care provider, that is why we are here." - Mary Anne Jackson, MD

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