Episode 9: Common Cold or Flu?, Choosing Toys that Encourage Development, Preventing Colds and the Flu, When to Call the Doctor, and Medical Trivia

In this month's episode, we discuss common winter topics like how to tell a cold from the flu, and how to prevent colds and the flu.  We also discuss how to choose toys that promote children's development this holiday season, and how to know when you need to call your doctor about a fever.  We also answer last month's medical trivia question, which was "What is the average lifespan of the human tastebud?" Topic -- Time Choosing Toys That Encourage Child Development -- 1:45 Influenza, Colds, and the Flu Vaccine -- 5:02 How to Prevent Your Children from Getting Sick -- 13:05 How to Know When to Call Your Doctor if Your Child is Sick -- 17:48 Medical Trivia -- 23:20 Links Mentioned in the Show: Listen Now: Kids Healthcast Episode 9