COVID-19

What is Messenger RNA? Messenger RNA (mRNA) is a single strand of coded material instructing cells to produce specific proteins. The COVID-19 vaccines made by Pfizer/Biontic and Moderna use mRNA to create immunity without infecting…

Currently, COVID-19 vaccines are being released to specific populations in three phases.  At this time, the Youth Clinic does not have COVID-19 vaccines to administer to patients in our office.  We are diligently working with…

No matter where you are living during the COVID-19 Pandemic, there are many ways to promote your child’s wellbeing. Below you will find ways that the CDC recommends. Here at the Youth Clinic, we are…

The Youth Clinic and Pediatric Urgent Care of Northern Colorado currently has adequate testing supplies of the Molecular Covid Point Of Care  (POC) test for patients.  Testing does require an appointment at either Youth Clinic or Pediatric Urgent…

Your child has tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 infection. Fortunately, this virus tends to cause either mild illness or no symptoms at all in most children.  However, even without symptoms, it is important to follow isolation…

Children often get sick at the beginning of school or new group activity. Identifying their symptoms and evaluating if they should be tested for COVID-19 is key to minimizing the spread of the virus and…

WE ARE OPEN AND CONTINUING TO PROVIDE CARE   Doctor appointments are considered essential services and the Youth Clinic is here for your family’s healthcare needs. If you have an appointment scheduled we will be here…

You have probably seen a lot of information on the news and in social media about Multi-system inflammatory syndrome in children (or MIS-C). This is a newly recognized set of symptoms that seem to follow…

Pediatric Health Care Matters Now More Than Ever As we negotiate our new normal in the age of Coronavirus we are all hopeful for a vaccine or effective treatment.  But realistically, we know this will…

Blog Source: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Talk about a full house! If you’ve suddenly found yourself and your children stuck at home, find productive and healthy ways to fill the time. Below are some…