{"id":22394,"date":"2023-09-15T13:41:20","date_gmt":"2023-09-15T17:41:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kixcare.com\/?p=22394"},"modified":"2023-09-15T13:42:41","modified_gmt":"2023-09-15T17:42:41","slug":"a-parents-guide-to-surviving-the-seasonal-germ-pit-influenza","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kixcare.com\/en\/a-parents-guide-to-surviving-the-seasonal-germ-pit-influenza\/","title":{"rendered":"A Parent’s Guide to Surviving the Seasonal Germ Pit: Influenza"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Written by: Lindsay Peltsch<\/a>, RN, BScN<\/p>\n\n\n\n As parents, the health and well-being of our children are our greatest concern. During winter months, infections like influenza, covid, RSV<\/a> (respiratory syncytial virus), and croup circulate widely among children. For parents, it can seem like a revolving door of fevers<\/a> and sick days. Understanding what influenza is, its symptoms, how to care for a child that is sick with it. As well as how to keep the rest of your family healthy while doing so is an important part of feeling confident when managing your child\u2019s health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore everything you need to know about influenza and how to care for your child at home.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat is Influenza?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n