Kids Health Cast

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Kids Health Cast

Every parent wants what’s best for their children – but in the age of the internet, it can be difficult to navigate what is actually fact-based or pure speculation. Cut through the noise with Kids Health Cast featuring Weill Cornell Medicine’s expert physicians and researchers discussing a wide range of health topics, providing information on the latest medical science. Finally, a podcast to help you make informed choices for your family’s health and wellness, Listen below.

  1. FEB 3

    Supporting Your Teen's Mental Health

    In this episode of Kids Health Cast, Dr. Andrea Temkin-Yu discusses the rising trends of anxiety and mental health disorders among teenagers. She highlights the practical and engaging strategies that parents can utilize to support their teens, enhance their emotional wellbeing, and create a nurturing environment in the face of today’s challenges. She reviews the impacts of social media and noticing the signs and symptoms that could impact a teen's mental health. She goes over her new workbook "Supporting Your Teen's Mental Health" which provides evidence-based solutions and practice exercises to help expand access to tools for families. To schedule with Dr. Andrea Beth Temkin: https://weillcornell.org/andrea-beth-temkin-psyd

  2. JAN 21

    Vulvar Care For Children and Adolescents

    Dr. Aimee Morrison highlights the importance of vulvar care for children and adolescents. She discusses the signs, symptoms, and normal changes associated with vaginal health through the life stages. She provides parents with guidance and reassurance to their daughters when it comes to this sensitive health topic. From basic hygiene tips to recognizing concerning changes, this is an essential guide for all parents seeking to support their children’s health. To schedule with Dr. Aimee A Morrison: https://weillcornell.org/aimee-a-morrison-md

  3. JAN 6

    Strep Throat

    Dr. Brittany Sakhno gives an overview of what parents should know about identifying strep throat in their children. She reviews the common symptoms and complications related to streptococcal pharyngitis. She compares the distinguishing characteristics of the the bacterial infection versus other viral infections. She also provides important tips for parents on how to manage their kid's health effectively to prevent further infections from spreading due to strep throat. To schedule with Dr. Brittany Sakhno

  4. 07/01/2024

    Pediatric Mental Health Integration Program

    Dr. Corinne Catarozoli highlights the Pediatric Mental Health Integration Program (PMHIP) at Weill Cornell Medicine. PMHIP integrates behavioral and mental health care into medical settings to improve the health and well-being of our patients and families. The program helps to promote early identification of behavioral health concerns, increase access to mental health services, and provide evidence-based prevention and intervention services within our medical clinics. Integrated mental health care programs have been shown to improve outcomes in children, improve treatment, and reduce parental stress. To learn more about Pediatric Mental Health Integration Program To schedule with Dr. Corinne Catarozoli

  5. 06/17/2024

    Adolescent Mental Health: Risk and Resilience During Teenage Development

    This special episode comes from On the Mind, the official podcast from the Weill Cornell Medicine Department of Psychiatry. To further our understanding of youth mental health, Dr. Daniel Knoepflmacher is joined by Dr. Francis Lee, who describes his groundbreaking research on the neurobiology of adolescent development. They discuss the processes underlying adolescent brain development, exploring why this critical period presents increased risk for anxiety disorders and depression, but also presents unique opportunities for effective treatments. Learn how impactful factors during critical periods of brain development effect resilience and psychological wellbeing, including social media use, early life adversity and more. To hear more from On the Mind

  6. 06/03/2024

    Fetal Care Center

    Drs. Jessica Scholl and Ericalyn Kasdorf give an overview of the services offered at the Fetal Care Center. They discuss the multidisciplinary coordinated care approach to high-risk complex pregnancies. The center also features an onsite level 4 neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), offering services for newborns in need of specialized care and staffed by highly trained neonatologists, surgeons, nurses, and nurse practitioners. They highlight the support available for families and how providers can refer to multiple services across the healthcare system. To learn more about the Fetal Care Center To learn more about Dr. Ericalyn Kasdorf To learn more about Dr. Jessica Scholl

  7. 05/20/2024

    Motor Skills in Child Development

    Michelle Mikhno, M.D. discusses developmental milestones for motor skills in children. She defines fine and gross motor skills and the age-appropriate milestones that parents should expect as their kids grow. While each child is different, there are general guidelines that she highlights which parents and pediatricians will follow to ensure healthy growth in children. She covers frequently asked questions that parents can discuss with their child's pediatrician. She also review the therapies available should parents have concerns for their child. To schedule with Michelle Mikhno, M.D

  8. 05/06/2024

    Screening for Congenital Cytomegalovirus (cCMV)

    Christine Salvatore M.D. discusses what parents should know about the new universal screening for congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV). She discusses what parents should know about CMV in newborns. While there is no CMV vaccine currently available to prevent congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV), she discusses the universal screening every baby for cCMV that's taking place in the country, including in New York State. She also shares precautions that adults can take to keep babies safe from the illness. To schedule with Dr. Christine M. Salvatore

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    Every parent wants what’s best for their children – but in the age of the internet, it can be difficult to navigate what is actually fact-based or pure speculation. Cut through the noise with Kids Health Cast featuring Weill Cornell Medicine’s expert physicians and researchers discussing a wide range of health topics, providing information on the latest medical science. Finally, a podcast to help you make informed choices for your family’s health and wellness, Listen below.

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      Weill Cornell Medicine
    • Years Active
      2019 - 2025
    • Episodes
      121
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      © Weill Cornell Medicine
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      Kids Health Cast

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