Children’s Health Articles

Helping Kids Feel Empowered at the Doctor’s Office

As your child grows up, they gain more independence and autonomy in every aspect of their life, including healthcare.  As they enter adolescence, it’s natural for them to want more privacy during their medical appointments. Nicholas George, MD, pediatrics and internal...

How to Correctly Use an Asthma Inhaler

Using an asthma inhaler for the first time? Or just need a refresher on the proper way to help your child use their inhaler?  Tracy Marquette, RRT-AE-C, respiratory therapist and asthma educator with Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health, shares how to use an asthma...

Managing High-Risk Asthma

Asthma, a chronic disease that affects the airways of the lungs, is characterized by airway inflammation, mucus production and narrowing of the airway. Andres Carrion, MD, pediatric pulmonologist with Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health, explains what makes a...

What Can Trigger Asthma?

Living with asthma can be a challenge, especially when triggers set off symptoms. Understanding what can trigger asthma is the first step to managing it effectively. Theron McCormick, MD, pediatric allergist and immunologist with Our Lady of the Lake Children’s...